A human cell is a perfect open system. Its basic function is to take nutrients from food, convert those nutrients into energy, and export transformed energy back into the body. It achieves a steady state by maintaining a balance between itself and the environment. Cells contain our DNA and can make copies of themselves.
Like human cells, organisations are open systems that import energy, people and materials; complete an internal value-add process; and export products and services back into the environment.
What to expect in this episode:
(05:00): Excerpt from chapter 2 of the book, ‘Purpose, Passion and Performance’
(07:48): Why companies will thrive if they are open systems
(10:51): Adapt or die like these three companies
(14:28): Why leaders need to recognise their boundary management
To download the full audiobook, ‘Purpose, Passion and Performance’, get your copy here - https://tinyurl.com/2d2krd8y
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📢 Book Steph to speak - https://stephaniebown.com/conference-speaker/
🖊️ Sign up to my free eLearning event “Transform Culture” on August 16 - https://stephaniebown.com/events/
📚 What I’m reading this week: “Fearless Organisation” by Professor Amy C. Edmondson - https://www.amazon.com.au/Fearless-Organization-Psychological-Workplace-Innovation/dp/1119477247
🎵 Music by Slip.stream - Alleyoop | Take It On | I’M Holding On
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