No Nonsense Leadership #0119 - Navigating Organisation Politics with Charles Lambdin
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Mar 28, 2025 Charles Lambdin, a senior consultant with a PhD in human factors engineering, dives into the intricate dynamics of organizational politics. He discusses the role of narratives in shaping decision-making and how misconstrued incentives can hinder collaboration. The importance of reframing challenges and building coalitions to spark meaningful change is emphasized. Lambdin also highlights the need for diverse stakeholder perspectives in defining value, advocating for a more agile and user-centric approach to organizational transformation.
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Conflicts of Interest Hinder Modern Work
- Organizations struggle with modern work methods due to conflicts of interest, especially around autonomy.
- Established power structures prioritize top-down plans over team-driven iteration and discovery.
Hidden Transcripts Reveal True Opinions
- The "hidden transcript" reveals the gap between public narratives and private opinions within organizations.
- Subordinates often express different views privately than they present to superiors, creating misalignment.
Incentives Shape Real Culture
- Real culture stems from incentivized behavior, not stated values.
- If incentives don't align with promoted values, people prioritize what earns rewards, undermining change efforts.