Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast Managing Organizational Tension
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Aug 5, 2024 Tension is essential for organizational growth and innovation. Leaders must differentiate between problems needing solutions and tensions that require management. Understanding the balance between central commands and local needs is crucial, especially in franchise setups. Effective leadership involves fostering open communication and addressing complexities rather than eliminating conflict. Strategies include initiating tough conversations focused on understanding, promoting collaboration, and maintaining team dynamics for overall health.
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Tension is Vital for Organizations
- Organizational tension is natural and necessary for progress and innovation.
- When tension disappears, the organization itself is likely failing or dead.
Problems vs. Tensions
- Leaders must distinguish problems to solve from tensions to manage.
- Solving tensions that should be managed can harm organizational health.
Career vs. Family Tension
- The tension between career and family illustrates a tension to manage, not a problem to solve.
- Solving this tension by choosing one side creates worse problems.