Bleeding edge
Refers to the most advanced and innovative technologies, products, or services that have not yet been widely tested, adopted, or proven in the market. These technologies are often experimental, unproven, and may involve significant risks and uncertainties, including technical, financial, and regulatory challenges. Companies that pursue bleeding-edge technologies do so with the aim of gaining a competitive advantage, achieving breakthroughs, or creating new markets, but they also face significant risks of failure and high costs associated with research and development.
In the context of business coaching, a bleeding-edge approach could involve using emerging technologies such as virtual reality or artificial intelligence to enhance coaching effectiveness. While these technologies have not yet been widely adopted or proven effective in coaching, they offer the potential to create new ways of learning and skill development. However, coaches must be cautious in implementing bleeding-edge technologies, as they may require significant investment and expertise to implement, and may not resonate with all clients.