Author: Dan
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Navigating Beyond Toxic Charity: Guiding Organizations to True Independence
In the exhilarating journey of birthing an organization, founders often find themselves at the heart of every decision, every strategy, and every success. Initially, this intense involvement is not just beneficial but essential. However, as the organization grows, the umbilical cord of dependency needs cutting for it to thrive independently. Yet, all too often, founders…
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The Dynamics of Respect vs. Obedience in Leadership: A Literature-Based Exploration
As mentioned before OrgIQ doesn’t invent anything new. It’s just integrating the tested and working elements. And it’s even not brand new. The time for the pioneers is already over since 20 years. But let’s see … In contemporary organizational landscapes, the differentiation between respect and obedience often shapes the core of leadership strategies. While…
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Feudalism: A Majority’s Perspective
Feudalism, often romanticized for its chivalry and castles, unfolds differently when viewed through the eyes of the majority. Before this system took hold, people lived in varied societal structures, from decentralized tribal communities to sprawling empires. With the fall of the Roman Empire around the 5th century, Europe entered a new era that paved the…
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The Intelligence of Organizations: An Overview
The idea behind OrgIQ is not new. We know this. But as you see, we take the concept one step further. But first, let’s look what happened so far … The concept of organizational intelligence transcends the mere aggregation of individual members’ IQs within a company. It speaks to the collective ability of an organization…
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Discovering the Heartbeat of Exceptional Workplaces: A Journey Beyond the Ordinary
Imagine stepping into an organization where the air buzzes with anticipation, not dread, for Monday mornings. A place where, when asked if you love working there, a smile spreads across your face before words can form. This isn’t just a daydream; it’s a revelation I stumbled upon in a quest to uncover what makes an…
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The Paradigm Shift in Control Units: Lessons for Organizations from the Automotive World
Imagine this: a world where cars react to their environment with the grace of a gazelle, smartphones understand your mood before you do, and computers predict your needs seamlessly. This was the dream that drove us, coders and architects, to push the limits of technology. We were not just writing code; we were embedding our…
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Teams are Family
OrgIQ is all about understanding and switching perspective. So how do we see our teams? What is our perspective as team member or – in case there is a hierarchy – as management? This might be the simplest perspective. As management I pass information and orders. And receive the reporting. This visible and controllable contact…
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Why Management Shouldn’t Make (Operational) Decisions
Ever thought about it as a bad sign, when managers are blocked with meetings day by day and hurry form one decision to the next? Actually it may be fine for managers, but it shows a lack of leadership. To be more productive and happy, decisions must be made, where the competence is. And already…