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Do organizations have to get slower as they grow? (with Alex Komoroske)

Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg

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Tradeoffs Between Top-Down v.s. Bottom-Up Organizations

Organizations face tradeoffs between top-down and bottom-up structures. Bottom-up organizations are more resilient and adaptable, while top-down control creates efficient coordination but is susceptible to being caught off guard. Recognizing these tradeoffs helps in finding the contextual balance point, as there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Small continuous nudges can effectively keep a system in balance, instead of large abrupt shifts.

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