Displaying posts 7-12 of 14 in total
Signals of the need for action: When decisions stall in the company
Michael Schiller
December 15, 2024 ·
13 minutes read
Stalled decisions signal a need for action. Symptoms such as workarounds, implementation gaps, decision paralysis, departmental conflicts, disorientation, escalations, unclear processes, loss of focus, overloaded managers, distrust, tradition, and turnover require optimization through professional moderation.
He who does not swim, sinks: How the operative paralyzes future viability.
Michael Schiller
November 25, 2024 ·
4 minutes read
Companies that focus on their daily business miss opportunities for further development and innovation. To remain fit for the future, it is essential to regularly detach from operational activities and reflect. Through targeted interventions such as retrospectives and strategy workshops, companies can break through their hamster wheel and achieve real productivity.
Moderation as the key to clear decisions
Michael Schiller
November 12, 2024 ·
5 minutes read
Moderation enables targeted decision-making in meetings. By creating a clear framework in which all voices are heard, power struggles are avoided and a focused discussion is promoted. Moderation is a subtle form of leadership that brings structure and clarity without determining the content. It enables groups to work together effectively and make informed decisions.
Workaround culture: The search for the detour
Michael Schiller
October 07, 2024 ·
7 minutes read
Workarounds signal inefficiency and decision-making problems. They arise from a lack of trust, inefficient processes, and a lack of communication. Transparency, employee participation, and freedom of decision-making are key to the solution. Agility and an open culture of error prevention prevent workarounds.
The failure of sustainable change in companies - an attempt at explanation
Michael Schiller
June 20, 2024 ·
13 minutes read
Sustainable changes in companies often fail due to rigid structures, as new approaches are culturally inappropriate. Spiral Dynamics helps to understand corporate cultures and adapt transformations. Leaders play a key role by reflecting attitudes and enabling changes in context.