Organizational effectiveness does not lie in that narrow minded concept called rationality. It lies in the blend of clearheaded logic and powerful intuition
Interpretation
True effectiveness in organizations comes from balancing logic with intuition.
This quote emphasizes that organizational effectiveness is not solely dependent on rational thinking or rigid logical processes. Instead, it suggests that a successful organization thrives when it integrates clear logic with intuitive insights, allowing for a more holistic understanding and adaptability in decision-making.
In practice
In a leadership seminar discussing effective management strategies.
Basically, managing is about influencing action. Managing is about helping organizations and units to get things done, which means action. Sometimes, managers manage actions directly. They fight fires. They manage projects. They negotiate contracts.
When the world is predictable you need smart people. _x000D_ When the world is unpredictable you need adaptable people.
The real challenge in crafting strategy lies in detecting subtle discontinuities that may undermine a business in the future. And for that there is no technique, no program, just a sharp mind in touch with the situation.
It is time to recognize conventional MBA programs for what they are - or else to close them down. They are specialized training in the functions of business, not general educating in the practice of management.
To 'turn around' is to end up facing the same way. Maybe that is the problem, all the turning organizations around.
Management and leadership are not separate spheres. The two skills work together in the larger realm of “communityship.
In our world, we have this huge focus on vicarious living - politicians, movie stars, athletes, coaches, all these people. What our research has shown very clearly is that people who are really happier and have more meaningful lives are people that focus on living their own lives.
I will be patient till even patience tires of my patience.
He is a despicable sage whose wisdom does not profit himself.
Man, being made reasonable, and so a thinking creature, there is nothing more worthy of his being than the right direction and employment of his thoughts; since upon this depends both his usefulness to the public, and his own present and future benefit in all respects.
Life is tough pilgrim, it is even tougher if you're stupid
What you do speaks so loud that I cannot hear what you say.
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