Sublime

work design that intentionally develops people’s capacities and capabilities.

times you become aware that a field of competence and learning exists—enhancing and reinforcing people’s efforts. A “field,” in this case, is an unseen pattern of structure that is nonetheless real enough to influence behavior.

Learning in organizations means the continuous testing of experience, and the transformation of that experience into knowledge—accessible to the whole organization, and relevant to its core purpose.

But the game itself has a built-in limit, which has to do with the nature of constraints, particularly in business. In the early stages of most managers’ careers, the constraints are relatively easy to overcome: a limited production capacity, a weak market share for a brand, or a budget that reins in their decisions.

The key to seeing reality systemically is seeing circles of influence rather than straight lines. This is the first step to breaking out of the reactive mindset that comes inevitably from “linear” thinking.

talent sets the floor, but character sets the ceiling.

Self-managing organizations naturally provide for exceptional learning opportunities.