The Perils of “Not Invented Here” Mentality: How Collaboration Drives Innovation
The “Not Invented Here” (NIH) mentality refers to the resistance and skepticism towards ideas or innovations that come from outside one’s own organization, community, or group. This xenophobic mindset often manifests as a closed, insular, and unprogressive approach to problem-solving and innovation. Those who embrace the NIH mentality are often ignorant of the potential benefits ...


