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The Reboot Podcast

Operator’s Manual #8 - The Arc of Dysfunction: From Unhealthy Chaos to Healthy Creativity - with Ali Schultz & Jerry Colonna

Sep 12, 2023
Explore the arc of dysfunction in organizations with Ali Schultz and Jerry Colonna. They discuss how startups go from unhealthy chaos to healthy creativity, the significance of understanding this arc, and its impact on decision-making and company growth. They also delve into managing chaos, harnessing innovation, and the importance of self-identity for personal growth.
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Quick takeaways

  • The arc of dysfunction is a normal part of the organizational journey, and understanding this can be liberating for leaders and teams.
  • Maintaining the balance between high growth, constant change, and sustainability is crucial for companies to continue experiencing growth and innovation.

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The Arc of Dysfunction

Jerry introduces the concept of the arc of dysfunction, which describes the typical growth trajectory of companies. He explains that all organizations start off as unhealthy and dysfunctional, but as they grow, they move towards a healthy and dysfunctional phase at the top of the arc. While this phase may feel chaotic and challenging, it is also a period of intense growth and learning. Jerry emphasizes the importance of recognizing that this arc is a normal part of the organizational journey and that understanding this can be liberating.

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