"Artisans know how to improvise to get what needs to be done, done; understand the rules well enough to know when and how to break them, and have the confidence to do so. They are not just systems thinkers; they are system doers." That's a keeper. And the idea of the 'manager' being accountable for the 'what' and 'when' but not the 'how' is powerful, and one that's connected with Elliott Jaques's 'requisite organization'. Thanks, Richard.
If I have to tell you how, I shouldn’t be giving you the job; it is my leadership obligation. It’s that simple.
But utterly forgotten in most organizations and homes!
I am going to enjoy your writing
I am always reminded of the old saying… “but remember… the cage isn’t locked…”
"Artisans know how to improvise to get what needs to be done, done; understand the rules well enough to know when and how to break them, and have the confidence to do so. They are not just systems thinkers; they are system doers." That's a keeper. And the idea of the 'manager' being accountable for the 'what' and 'when' but not the 'how' is powerful, and one that's connected with Elliott Jaques's 'requisite organization'. Thanks, Richard.
Thank you. I’m a fan of Jacques thinking (have a look at Heresy Consulting, who often reference his work in really generative ways)
It’s a good time for heretics :-)
There’s a thought here about poor managers not being afraid of their line manager, but more of their reports who don’t need them…