The Postmodern Condition: II. Troubling Ambiguity with Shifting Boundaries and Multiple Roles
Frederic Jameson speaks about the troubling ambiguities of the boundaries that exist in this new era. This troubling ambigui…
Organizational Consultation: An Appreciative Approach–V. The Change Curve
We must expect any change effort to have an initial impact that is deleterious with reference to the achievement of these ou…
Theory E²: Working with Entrepreneurs in Closely-Held Enterprises–VIII. The Participating Entrepreneur
The participating entrepreneur draws attention to unacknowledged ideas and competencies in the organization. She appreciates…
Theory E²: Working with Entrepreneurs in Closely-Held Enterprises–VII. The Thoughtful Entrepreneur
The thoughtful executive encourages reflection and leads the organization toward small, incremental changes that can easily …
Theory E²: Working with Entrepreneurs in Closely-Held Enterprises–VI. The Inspiring Entrepreneur
Like many gurus (ranging from Buddha to Jesus) the inspiring entrepreneur often seems to gather people and resources around …
Theory E²: Working with Entrepreneurs in Closely-Held Enterprises–V. The Assertive Entrepreneur
In many closely-held enterprises, a forceful, clearly focused demonstration of executive authority is not only appropriate b…
Theory E²: Working with Entrepreneurs in Closely-Held Enterprises–III.The Appreciation of Entrepreneurship and Enterprise
The compounding of entrepreneurship and enterprise occurs through the process of appreciation. These are three ways in which…
Do You Have a Hidden Monster Preventing Innovation?
As adults we know there are no monsters under the bed, but we still fear the unknown. …
Innovation Without Risk? The Need for Innovation
The big challenge for companies today is that they need not just AN innovative approach, but to build their organization to …
Spirituality in Organizations
Spirituality is an emergent property arising from this constellation of evolved traits and is the most complete description …