an online book by David Gurteen
Agency is the capacity of an actor to act in a given environment. In some contexts, the exercise of agency is linked to questions of moral responsibility, and may pertain to questions of moral agency. Agency may either be classified as unconscious, involuntary behavior, or purposeful, goal directed activity (intentional action).
Credit: Wikipedia - human agencyMany people hold back their ideas or stay quiet in groups. That silence weakens conversations and leaves potential unheard. Speaking with care and showing up with honesty helps everyone see more clearly. Continue reading Don’t Hide Your Light Under a Bushel ** Why speaking up matters in conversation and leadership
Leadership is often seen as providing guidance and security. However, authentic leadership may lie in confronting people with their own freedom, even when they resist it. Understanding this tension can help us rethink power, responsibility, and the choices we make in politics, religion, and the age of AI. Continue reading Peter Block, the Grand Inquisitor, and Leadership Leadership, freedom, and the burden of responsibility
Actor-network theory (ANT) deepens our understanding of complex systems by recognizing the role of non-human entities. However, focusing solely on these can overlook the role of human agency. By incorporating human interpretation and decision-making, ANT offers a richer, more nuanced view of how change unfolds in complex systems. Continue reading The Role of Human Agency Within Actor-network Theory Actor-network theory
