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Disruption isn’t random—it follows a pattern. Across history, a handful of breakthrough innovations have triggered sweeping change, reshaping business, society, and even human possibility. Epic Disruptions takes readers on a journey through 11 of these world-altering moments—from the printing press and mass-produced automobiles to McDonald’s revolutionary food system and the iPhone.

Through engaging narratives and sharp analysis, Epic Disruptions uncovers what these seemingly different innovations have in common—and what separates lasting transformation from fleeting invention. Readers will meet the bold thinkers behind these shifts: Renaissance scientists, corporate visionaries, and unlikely entrepreneurs who saw possibilities others missed.

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Written by Innosight Senior Advisor Scott D. Anthony, this book decodes the true nature of disruption and offers timely insight for leaders navigating the next wave of change—especially as AI and other emerging technologies reshape today’s landscape.

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About the Author

Scott D. Anthony is a Senior Advisor at Innosight and a Professor at Dartmouth’s Tuck School of Business. As a former senior partner and managing partner, he has helped business leaders design new growth strategies, build innovation capabilities, navigate disruptive innovation, and manage strategic transformation. ​Scott is the author of multiple acclaimed books, including Epic Disruptions, and a sought-after keynote speaker.

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