Thanks for the link to Beyond Budgeting - I had never heard of that org or their vision, but it seems really compelling. Do you have any thoughts on whether the model they propose is a good candidate for the kind of paradigm shift you’re advocating?
This is an excellent article with some fascinating observations!
I've been sensing this "brokenness" in processes for quite some time now, and it's safe to say that you've touched on a sore spot - and it's clearly not just mine. Thank you for addressing this, by the way. It gives me more confidence that I'm not alone in grappling with this "bipolarity."
If I may, I'd like to share some thoughts on how I perceive this situation:
It appears that we're on the cusp of the metamodern era, having nearly left postmodernity behind (finally). In a nutshell, while postmodernity entailed decentralization from essence to "what" it personally meant for a specific entity, along with the denial and ignorance of any principles and authorities, we are now gradually shifting towards questioning "why" things are the way they are for a specific entity. In other words, we're starting to look inward, which, in my opinion, is a positive development.
Consequently, I'm incredibly eager to read more of your thoughts on how we can "fix what's broken."
And the example with General Motors in the context of different eras makes perfect sense. For addressing the specific problems of that time, command-and-control management was indeed the only viable solution. However, it later fell out of favor, and instead of revitalization, it was completely distorted and transformed into what we currently have by the postmodern era. Now, I hope, there will be a chance for genuine reevaluation and "refactoring."
I'm optimistic that we're moving in the right direction, although I sense that, for now, we've only scratched the surface.
I’m a kind of middle manager in a massive org (50,000 people) and the part about treating organizations as a machine with gears and levers to be optimized really rings true. Very curious to read the next issue about your thoughts on a better way.
Thanks for the link to Beyond Budgeting - I had never heard of that org or their vision, but it seems really compelling. Do you have any thoughts on whether the model they propose is a good candidate for the kind of paradigm shift you’re advocating?
This is an excellent article with some fascinating observations!
I've been sensing this "brokenness" in processes for quite some time now, and it's safe to say that you've touched on a sore spot - and it's clearly not just mine. Thank you for addressing this, by the way. It gives me more confidence that I'm not alone in grappling with this "bipolarity."
If I may, I'd like to share some thoughts on how I perceive this situation:
It appears that we're on the cusp of the metamodern era, having nearly left postmodernity behind (finally). In a nutshell, while postmodernity entailed decentralization from essence to "what" it personally meant for a specific entity, along with the denial and ignorance of any principles and authorities, we are now gradually shifting towards questioning "why" things are the way they are for a specific entity. In other words, we're starting to look inward, which, in my opinion, is a positive development.
Consequently, I'm incredibly eager to read more of your thoughts on how we can "fix what's broken."
And the example with General Motors in the context of different eras makes perfect sense. For addressing the specific problems of that time, command-and-control management was indeed the only viable solution. However, it later fell out of favor, and instead of revitalization, it was completely distorted and transformed into what we currently have by the postmodern era. Now, I hope, there will be a chance for genuine reevaluation and "refactoring."
I'm optimistic that we're moving in the right direction, although I sense that, for now, we've only scratched the surface.
I’m a kind of middle manager in a massive org (50,000 people) and the part about treating organizations as a machine with gears and levers to be optimized really rings true. Very curious to read the next issue about your thoughts on a better way.
Wonderful article Paulo!
The great divide! It is very true, it does take two to tango! My job as a culture coach is to be the bridge, it is very much a WIP!
this is awesome :) so honest . so clear