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The Emergence of Design Thinking from IDEO: Revolutionizing Innovation
Design thinking, a human-centred approach to innovation, has transformed how organisations approach problem-solving and product development. IDEO, a global design company, played a pivotal role in popularising this methodology, which integrates people’s needs, technology possibilities, and business success requirements. The impact of design thinking is profound, fostering innovation across various industries and revolutionising traditional business
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Servant Leadership: Leading with Empathy
In the 1970s, Robert K. Greenleaf introduced a groundbreaking concept that would reshape the understanding of leadership: servant leadership. Unlike traditional leadership models that emphasise the leader’s power and authority, servant leadership prioritises the team’s needs, fosters growth, and enables high performance through support and empowerment. This paradigm shift has had profound implications for modern
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Google’s Project Aristotle: What Makes an Effective Team
In the early months of 2010, Google embarked on a journey to decode the elements that make teams successful. This initiative, known as Project Aristotle, was named after the Greek philosopher who believed that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. The project’s findings revolutionised the understanding of team dynamics, highlighting the
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General Electric: The “Work-Out” Programme
General Electric (GE), one of the most storied corporations in American history, has long been recognised for its innovative business approach and commitment to fostering a dynamic organisational culture. Throughout its history, GE has consistently been at the forefront of implementing progressive people policies that enhance employee engagement and satisfaction and drive the company’s success.
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FedEx: The Blackjack Story
Entrepreneurial One story from the early days of FedEx stands out as a legend – a tale steeped in risk, resilience, and the indomitable spirit of its founder, Fred Smith. At the heart of this story lies a pivotal moment: the famous “Federal Express” paper, a gamble that would redefine the company’s fate and establish
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The Competing Values Framework
The Competing Values Framework (CVF) is a culture diagnostic model that has long been regarded as a significant tool in understanding and evaluating organisational culture. It offers invaluable insights into the diverse dynamics that shape modern workplaces. Developed in 1983 by Robert E. Quinn and Kim S. Cameron, this framework has revolutionised how organisations perceive
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JOHARI Window: Relationships and Organizational Dynamics
JOHARI Window is a model that has stood the test for the last seven decades as a tool that has remained relevant in interpersonal communication and organisational psychology. Developed by psychologists Joseph Luft and Harrington Ingham in 1955 (JO from Joseph and HARI from Harrington = JOHARI), the JOHARI Window has emerged as a foundational
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IBM’s Corporate Service Corps: A Catalyst for Social Impact
In 2008, IBM launched a ground-breaking initiative that redefined the role of corporations in society and also provided employees with unparalleled opportunities for personal and professional development. This initiative, known as the Corporate Service Corps (CSC), has since become a shining example of corporate social responsibility and employee engagement, lasting impacting both the communities it
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Of Rats and Mazes: Tolman’s Model in Organizational Behaviour
Developed by the eminent psychologist Edward Tolman, his Cognitive Model plays an important role in our understanding of learning, motivation, and behaviour, with profound implications for organisational behaviour. Edward Tolman’s cognitive model emerged in the mid-20th century amidst an interest in the role of mental processes in shaping behaviour. Drawing from his experiments with rats
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Unveiling Organizational Culture: Edgar Schein’s Timeless Insights
Imagine stepping into the bustling corridors of an organisation, where each interaction, each symbol, and each ritual carries meaning beyond its surface appearance. This is what Edgar Schein sought to reveal—a world where culture pulsates through every facet of organisational life. In the world of organisational psychology, Edgar Schein stands as a towering figure, revered
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