

Simple Complexity: Interview with William Donaldson
5 snips Sep 15, 2023
Ron and Ed interview William Donaldson, author of Simple_Complexity. They discuss the importance of systems thinking, consistency in actions and beliefs, effectiveness vs efficiency in business, challenging assumptions and changing mental models, and the role of the C-suite in enterprise digital transformation.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Systems Thinking and the Power of Mentors
02:10 • 7min
The Paradox of Systems Thinking and the Challenges of Integration
09:26 • 5min
Consistency, Trust, and Systems Thinking
14:43 • 11min
Effectiveness vs Efficiency in Business
25:16 • 7min
Challenging Assumptions and Changing Mental Models
32:07 • 9min
The After Action Review and Believing in Systems
41:03 • 4min
Simple Complexity: Management and System Thinking
45:07 • 6min
Enterprise Digital Transformation and the Role of the C-Suite
51:16 • 3min