Do organizations have to get slower as they grow? (with Alex Komoroske)
Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg
Creating Resilient Orgs: Serendipity, Autonomy, and Creative Flexibility
Empowering a 'slime mold-like' model within a large organization involves creating space for serendipity and autonomy. The concept of the 20% time, as seen in Google, allowed for such space, despite being a cultural myth. It enabled the formation of a high trust, diverse social network within the organization, facilitating better information flow. Additionally, it provided an avenue for pursuing lower priority or passion projects, which could lead to unexpected and valuable innovations over time. This approach acknowledges the need for flexibility and accommodates the potential for valuable, unplanned outcomes.
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