Systems Archetypes I

Business & Money

Kim, Daniel H.

Economics

Pegasus Communications

Systems Thinking Tools: A User's Reference Guide

Daniel H. Kim

Management & Leadership

This book, compiled from 'The Systems Thinker' newsletter, is designed to be a catalyst for your own thinking about organizations. The articles included begin to explore the questions managers are facing as they challenge the most fundamental assumptions about organizational processes.

Reflections on Creating Learning Organizations

Toolbox Reprint Series Systems Archetypes II Using Systems Archetypes to Take Effective Action More than just a "how-to" guide, this companion guide to our bestselling Systems Archetypes I provides a grounded approach to problem diagnosis and intervention that can lead to effective action. Learn how to use the archetypes for diagnosing a problem, planning high-leverage interventions, and constructing theories about the roots of stubborn organizational problems.

Systems Archetypes II: Using Systems Archetypes to Take Effective Action

Based upon 17 years of ongoing research involving more than 40,000 people from over 25 cultures, extensively field-tested, and adopted internationally by Fortune 500 companies, Human Dynamics? is a developmental system that demystifies the complexities of how people function and interact with one another. Human Dynamics presents a powerful framework for understanding the distinct ways in which we process information, learn, communicate, relate with one another, manifest stress, maintain well-being, and develop as human beings. At the heart of Human Dynamics are the three universal principles we all share in different capacities--mental, emotional, and physical--fundamental threads that cross culture, age, race, and gender to unify us all. As we learn to appreciate our commonalities and differences, we can use our unique gifts and apply new understanding to enrich our relationships, heighten "collective intelligence", communicate more effectively, work together more productively, enhance creativity, optimize team learning, and strengthen organizational performance. Actual accounts from major companies including Intel Corporation, Intermountain Healthcare System, and London Life Insurance Company document how Human Dynamics can optimize business relationships, organizational learning, teamwork, and communication.

Human Dynamics: A New Framework for Understanding People and Realizing the Potential in Our Organizations

Seagal, Sandra

Horne, David

Business Culture

Religion & Spirituality

Managing the Rapids: Stories from the Forefront of the Learning Organization

Billibonk and the Thorn Patch is a compelling story that is bound to appeal to readers of all ages. In this engaging fable, Billibonk the elephant and his friends discover the interdependent nature of life in the jungle of Knith. Together, the elephants, mice, and monkeys hone their problem-solving skills and--after much adventure (and a few misunderstandings!)--learn the value of mutual respect and thinking systemically. No fable is complete without a moral...and this fable has many. Key lessons featured in the story include: - understanding mutual interdependencies - focusing on the long-term view - getting to the root of the problem - recognizing our own role in difficult situations Join Billibonk and the rest of the Knith gang in their jouney of discovery--but beware what may be lurking in the thorn patch!

Billibonk & the Thorn Patch

Comics & Graphic Novels

Philip Ramsey

Robin Runci Mazo

Madaleen Pulsifer

Graphic Novels

Chances are that you re not often called upon to execute a 360° tumbleturn while water skiing barefoot at work. But your everyday challenges may seem just as daunting if you are stuck in a "knower's" stance.  In this fresh, accessible new book, seasoned organizational development practitioner Brian Hinken draws on the lessons from his own story of self-discovery - including his encounter with the elusive tumbleturn - to offer a rich collection of disciplines, frameworks, tools, and methods for overcoming the "secrets of a knower". With disarming humility, the author provides a practical map for moving from awareness to action, empowering us to be learners more focused on increasing our ability to produce desired results, than on protecting our reputation for knowing.  Whether you re exploring your personal learning habits or seeking to develop a learning culture more broadly, this book will ease your journey.

Applying Systems Archetypes

Colleen P. Lannon

Lannon, Colleen P.

Systems Thinking Basics is a self-study, skill-building resource designed to introduce you to the power of systems thinking tools. With an emphasis on behavior over time graphs and causal loop diagrams, this workbook guides you step by step through: Recognizing systems and understanding the importance of systems thinking Interpreting and creating behavior over time graphs and causal loop diagrams Applying and practicing systems thinking day-to-day Each of the book's six main sections contains a wealth of examples from the business world, as well as learning activities that reinforce concepts and provide you with the opportunity and space to practice. An array of appendices offers: Extra practice activities A summary of key points and suggested responses to the learning activities A table showing the "palette" of systems thinking tools available A glossary of systems thinking terms A list of additional resources A summary of the systems archetypes The many diagrams within the book clarify concepts and visually reinforce key principles. Systems Thinking Basics is ideal for aspiring systems thinkers eager to try their hand at using these powerful tools

Systems Thinking Basics: From Concepts to Causal Loops

Anderson, Virginia

Johnson, Lauren

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