Constructivism and Organizational Change (Part 2)

In this episode, organizational expert Heather Stephens dives into the concept of emergence and its vital role in addressing complex problems within organizations. Moving away from the outdated mechanical metaphor, the discussion champions organizational discovery and co-creation. Heather shares insights on the importance of engaging teams in decision-making, the pitfalls of top-down change, and the need for continuous adaptation in a dynamic market.

The dialogue warns against the rigid application of frameworks, suggesting instead that true leadership requires continuous learning and the ability to navigate non-linear environments. The episode also highlights practical approaches to organizational change, emphasizing psychological safety and the necessity to remain curious and responsive in our rapidly evolving world.

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In Part 2, Heather challenged one of the most dominant paradigms in the technology world: the idea that an organization is a machine that can be "engineered" or "designed".

To Silicon Valley executives, the mechanical metaphor is tempting. We like inputs, outputs, and predictable control loops. But as we discussed, this metaphor has done significant damage.

Here are the key insights from our dialogue and why you should stop "designing" and start "facilitating emergence”…