Today's topic pokes at a problem I see all too often in businesses. It revolves around all the talk of alignment, execution, and stability and yet, when the first deviation or last-minute request appears, the leadership turns into reaction mode and throws it all out the window. This essay explores that phenomenon and weaves together some of the previously discussed counterintuitive opportunities so that anyone can provide a safe, stable, and productive work environment.

Referenced Essay:

Systems Thinking

Process Band-aids

The Successfully Unsuccessful

Functional Stupidity

Direction, Energy, and Accountability

Lazy Leadership

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