Alexis Gonzales-Black

In this discussion, Alexis Gonzales-Black, an expert in organizational design who implemented Holacracy at Zappos, dives into the pros and cons of a workplace without traditional managers. She shares insights from Zappos' experience with this model and the challenges that arose. The conversation also touches on unique approaches taken by companies like WL Gore that eschew job titles. Finally, they explore the potential dark side of a boss-less environment, where toxic behavior might flourish unchecked.

Alexis Gonzales-Black, principal designer at IDEO, discusses holacracy and self-organization. They explore the challenges of shifting to holacracy, the importance of self-advocacy skills, and managing ourselves in an interactive way. They also talk about the role marketplace and the growing desire for autonomy, mastery, and purpose in the workforce. Lastly, they discuss transformative leadership tips for principals, such as offering one piece of their work to someone eager for more responsibilities.