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What do you think about taking these axioms from the Dark Forest to corporate innovation?

Axiom 1: Survival is Paramount

- Risk Aversion: Fear of failure stifles exploring novel ideas and reinforces a “play it safe” mentality.

- Prioritizing the Status Quo: Existing processes and revenue streams are fiercely protected, hindering disruptive innovation.

Axiom 2: Resources are Finite

- Internal Competition: Departments, teams, and individuals vie for limited resources, hindering collaboration on cross-functional ventures.

- Knowledge Hoarding: Silos form as information becomes a source of power, impeding the flow of ideas essential for breakthrough innovation.

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