The Power of Obliquity Why indirect paths often lead to better outcomes in a complex world

Gurteen Knowledge Blog   October 19, 2023, 08:15. In our complex and unpredictable world, direct approaches to achieving our goals often fall short. Instead, embracing obliquity—an indirect, adaptive path—can lead to more meaningful success. By staying flexible, learning from challenges, and focusing on values rather than fixed outcomes, we allow creative solutions to emerge. This indirect route helps … Continue reading The Power of Obliquity Why indirect paths often lead to better outcomes in a complex world

Obliquity By John Kay (2010)

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Nurturing an Innovation Culture Allowing emergence, not imposing change

Nurturing an innovative culture goes beyond traditional management and control methods. Many initiatives fail by trying to enforce change through rigid directives, which can backfire. Instead, culture should be seen as emergent, evolving naturally through interactions, flexibility, and supportive environments where creativity can thrive. Continue reading Nurturing an Innovation Culture Allowing emergence, not imposing change

Obliquity in a Complex World In a complex world, goals are often best achieved indirectly

In an unpredictable world, achieving complex goals through direct methods often fails. Traditional, rigid planning can fall apart under changing circumstances. Embracing obliquity—an indirect, adaptive approach—leads to success by allowing flexibility, learning from failures, and focusing on meaningful pursuits. Continue reading Obliquity in a Complex World In a complex world, goals are often best achieved indirectly