Rebalancing Society: Radical Renewal Beyond Left, Right, and Center by Henry Mintzberg (2015)

Enough of the imbalance that is causing the degradation of our environment, the demise of our democracies, and the denigration of ourselves. Enough of the pendulum politics of left and right and paralysis in the political center. We require an unprecedented form of radical renewal. In this book, Rebalancing Society,  Henry Mintzberg offers a new … Continue reading Rebalancing Society: Radical Renewal Beyond Left, Right, and Center by Henry Mintzberg (2015)

Henry Mintzberg Canadian academic and author on business and management

Henry Mintzberg, Cleghorn Professor of Management Studies at McGill University in Canada, is an internationally renowned speaker and author on organization and management. On management, organizations and more | Henry Mintzberg WikipediaHenry MintzbergBlogHenry MintzbergRSS FeedHenry MintzbergTwitter@Mintzberg141YouTubeHenry MintzbergGoogleHenry Mintzberg Twitter Tweets by Henry Mintzberg RSS FeedPosts: Henry MintzbergReframing Questions Shifting perspective changes the conversationWhat Is Communityship? … Continue reading Henry Mintzberg Canadian academic and author on business and management

Organizations as Communities Henry Mintzberg (2013)

Posts where this video is embedded What Is Communityship?   Where everyone in a community practices leadership People: Henry MintzbergHenry Mintzberg Canadian academic and author on business and managementPosts: Henry MintzbergReframing Questions Shifting perspective changes the conversationWhat Is Communityship? Where everyone in a community practices leadership Books: Henry MintzbergAn Enterprise Is a Community of Human Beings, Not … Continue reading Organizations as Communities Henry Mintzberg (2013)

Leadership-as-practice: Theory and Application by Joseph A. Raelin

This book Leadership-as-Practice by Joe Raelin develops a new paradigm in the field of leadership studies, referred to as the “leadership-as-practice” (L-A-P) movement. Its essence is its conception of leadership as occurring as a practice rather than residing in the traits or behaviours of particular individuals. A practice is a coordinative effort among participants who … Continue reading Leadership-as-practice: Theory and Application by Joseph A. Raelin

Nurturing a Collaborative Culture Through Knowledge Cafés Using Knowledge Cafés to bridge silos and encourage open dialogue

Protected: My Writing Process ## Diplomacy ## Close Pop-up all posts in this chapter What’s the Vibe? Please be patient as this may take up to a minute to load… Close Effective knowledge sharing is crucial for innovation and success in today’s world. However, many organizations struggle to nurture a culture of collaboration. Implementing Knowledge … Continue reading Nurturing a Collaborative Culture Through Knowledge Cafés Using Knowledge Cafés to bridge silos and encourage open dialogue

Three Questions for Meaningful Conversations Clarify focus, approach, and community-building in discussions

Conversational Leadership Mindset The Impact of Cognitive Biases in Conversation Close Pop-up all posts in this chapter What’s the Vibe? Please be patient as this may take up to a minute to load… Close Conversations shape how we connect, collaborate, and solve problems. Groups often struggle to focus on the right issues, approach discussions constructively, … Continue reading Three Questions for Meaningful Conversations Clarify focus, approach, and community-building in discussions

Meetings and Conversations Serve Two Purposes There is a second purpose to any meeting which we often overlook

The Jazz of Conversations Why Face-to-face Interaction Matters ** Close Pop-up all posts in this chapter What’s the Vibe? Please be patient as this may take up to a minute to load… Close Meetings or, more generally, conversations serve two purposes. The first is obvious, and that is to fulfill their aim. The second is less … Continue reading Meetings and Conversations Serve Two Purposes There is a second purpose to any meeting which we often overlook

What Makes a Real Community? Members of a community care about each other

A community is more than just a group of people with shared interests. Many networks and organizations call themselves communities, but they often lack the deeper connections that make a real community. True communities grow over time through meaningful relationships, shared purpose, and mutual care—not through design or construction. Continue reading What Makes a Real Community? Members of a community care about each other

The Four Levels of Knowledge Management The relation between Conversational Leadership and Knowledge Management

Knowledge Management has evolved since the mid-90s, shifting from managing information to building collective knowledge. The challenge lies in adapting KM practices to meet today’s complex needs. A four-level framework can provide a structured approach, helping organizations move from information management to supporting agency and communityship. Continue reading The Four Levels of Knowledge Management The relation between Conversational Leadership and Knowledge Management

Reframing Questions Shifting perspective changes the conversation

Culture Exploring the Multifaceted Roles of Trust in Relationships and Society Close Pop-up all posts in this chapter What’s the Vibe? Please be patient as this may take up to a minute to load… Close Simply reframing a question can shift perspectives and dramatically change the resulting conversation.  I recently drew up a list of … Continue reading Reframing Questions Shifting perspective changes the conversation