Autonomy is often treated as a shortcut to empowerment — and just as often it fails. This curated reading list explores why autonomy breaks down in organizations and under which conditions it actually works.
Modern organizations often obsess over defining roles, responsibilities, and reporting lines — yet their real strength lies in the relationships between people. When teams cultivate trust, shared purpose, and awareness of interdependence, they move beyond rigid structures and start to thrive. Co-Active and ORSC principles offer the mindset and tools to build these living, relational systems.
Value streams are meant to accelerate flow and clarity — but when they grow unchecked, they risk becoming the very bureaucracies they were designed to replace. This post explores how good intentions turn into slow motion and how to restore agility at scale.
Your org chart tells one story — but the real power flows elsewhere. This post explores shadow structures: the invisible networks of trust, influence, and information that truly run organizations. Learn how to map them, work with them, and turn hidden systems into your biggest advantage.
In Part 4 of the Ego Series, we explore how titles and organizational structures can subtly inflate ego — not through arrogance, but through system-driven signals. Learn how to stay grounded when recognition starts to isolate you.