At some point in our careers, we've all felt the pressure of a looming transformation – the urge to control, predict, and mechanise processes for desired outcomes. However, Gary Lloyd's enlightening book, "Gardeners Not Mechanics", introduces a paradigm shift: viewing modern organisations more like ecosystems than machines.
💡 Soil Preparation: Recognise the organisation's culture. Map stakeholders, crystallise the vision, and purposefully infuse every layer.
💡 Purposeful Planting: Align changes with a shared vision, ensuring clarity in roles and direction.
💡 Growth Pruning: Routinely evaluate and adjust, keeping the most effective strategies in focus.
💡 Relationship Nurturing: Constantly care for and communicate to ensure change flourishes.
💡 Results Harvest: Celebrate the wins and learn from the challenges. Value every contribution.
💡 The "Gardeners Not Mechanics" philosophy offers a practical approach to embracing unpredictability and fostering lasting change.
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