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Stirring Waters Builds System Discipline S6E46


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Stir the Waters to Catch the Fish: Why Strategic Chaos Builds Stronger TeamsAs leaders, we are often driven by the desire to create calm, stable, and harmonious work environments. We equate a lack of turbulence with a healthy culture, believing that a smooth-running ship is a successful one. But this pursuit of stability, while well-intentioned, can mask deep-seated problems and prevent a team from reaching its true potential.What if the relentless pursuit of calm is actually a sign of stagnation? This question forces us to consider a counter-intuitive but powerful leadership tool: controlled disruption. By deliberately "stirring up the waters," we can expose uncomfortable truths, challenge hidden assumptions, and spark the kind of authentic growth that artificial harmony can never produce.


Title: Stir Up Waters to Catch Fish


Description: 

In times of chaos, opportunities arise. Stir up confusion or conflict and watch how you can navigate the storm to your advantage. In the midst of disruption, others will make rash decisions, leaving you to take advantage of their mistakes.

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Timestamps:

 00:00 – Introduction

 01:15 – Defining the Purpose Of the Episode 

 03:45 – Industry Research

 06:30 – Real-World Example

 10:00 – Key Differences and Application

 15:00 – Conclusion and Takeaway


Resources:

The Continuous Improvement Lab: https://www.karassinnovations.com/blog

Book: Shift Happens - How To Lead with Purpose and Discipline Every Day: https://a.co/d/0JZ8auW


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