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 agencyI think “knowledge management” is a bullshit issue. Let me tell you why. I can give you perfect information, I can give you perfect knowledge and it won’t change your behavior one iota. People choose not to change their behavior because the culture and the imperatives of the organization make it too difficult to act upon the knowledge. Knowledge … | Michael Schrage Continue reading Knowledge Management Is a Bullshit Issue Michael Schrage
Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive. | Howard Thurman Continue reading The World Needs Is People Who Have Come Alive Howard Thurman
Knowledge has long been seen as power. Yet knowing something and being able to act on it are very different. Real power comes from applying what we know, working with others, and influencing those who can drive change. Knowledge only matters when it leads to action. Continue reading Knowledge Is Not Power Our ability to influence people is power
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
Many 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
When we think about evolution, we tend to focus on biological evolution and Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution. However, evolution is a broader concept. Continue reading Post-biological Evolution ** Evolution is not limited to biological evolution
Human Agency is our ability to make intentional choices and act independently, shaping our lives and identities. The challenge is transitioning from acquiring knowledge to actively using it in the real world. We need to embrace the dynamic nature of agency to turn knowledge into impactful actions and decisions. Continue reading From Knowledge to Agency Developing agency in a changing world
