How Many Ideas Never See the Light of Day?
How Many Ideas Never See the Light of Day? Why Most Innovations Die Quietly—and How to Rescue Yours Before It’s Too Late 📦 Big Picture Thinking Every day, you generate ideas—some fleeting, some fantastic. But how many actually survive? The truth is, most ideas die quietly before they ever get tested, shared, or built. Whether in your notebook, your company, or your creative process, understanding why ideas get buried helps you become the kind of thinker who can rescue them from the graveyard. This isn’t just about creativity—it’s about systems, courage, and execution. Let’s unpack how to start giving your ideas a real shot. The Hidden Graveyard of Innovation The average person has over 6,000 thoughts a day. Even if 1% spark potential, that’s 60 daily ideas per person. Multiply that by a team, and you’ve got a goldmine of potential—most of which goes unused. Why? Because there’s no follow-up system or self-doubt kicks in or maybe because the “urgent” swallows the “inte...