Comments on: Despots, Group Think and the Ugly Side of Institutional Optimism http://erikvanslyke.solleva.com/2010/06/11/despots-group-think-and-the-ugly-side-of-institutional-optimism/ on listening, change and the power of collaborative workplaces Tue, 06 Sep 2011 18:03:41 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.com/ By: Erik Van Slyke http://erikvanslyke.solleva.com/2010/06/11/despots-group-think-and-the-ugly-side-of-institutional-optimism/#comment-1778 Sat, 12 Jun 2010 11:29:37 +0000 http://erikvanslyke.solleva.com/?p=918#comment-1778 Thanks, Amy! Dropped shoulders, deep sighs and pursed lips are almost a universal expression the moment execs realize the “time, commitment, courage and perseverance” it will take to create deep change, aren’t they? It’s also a wonderful moment when they decide to take the first step down the road less traveled. It’s great to know they have support like you to help them walk the path.

Wonderful to see you as well!

Erik

]]> By: Amy http://erikvanslyke.solleva.com/2010/06/11/despots-group-think-and-the-ugly-side-of-institutional-optimism/#comment-1776 Fri, 11 Jun 2010 18:25:26 +0000 http://erikvanslyke.solleva.com/?p=918#comment-1776 Hey Erik,

Well written! And so true. My experiences as a relationship coach and therapist are at times similar to yours with the “twitchy exec”. Often people know but don’t want to know what it will really take to make a deep change. I like the distinction you make between “completing the project” or “achieving the real results.” I believe that deep change takes time, commitment, courage and perseverance.

Great to see you at HWS.
~Amy

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