Orthodox - unstated assumptions that go unquestioned - are present in every organization. These can range from harmless, it would seem, prejudice or convention, in its most extreme, that is close to the religious-like devotion to a certain set of ideals. In most cases, they are not explicitly recognized, and not hiding under the surface, invisible icebergs, which would seem to be the founder of a thriving company. The end result: people fall into autopilot mode and not imagine a better way to solve the problems and daily activities. The authors present a five-step plan flipping "Orthodoxy in your organization that can give people an opportunity to imagine a different future, which covers more than just business as usual." Hide
by Bansi Nagji, Helen Walters Source: Rotman School of Management, 4 pages. Publication Date: September 1, 2011. Prod. #: ROT151-PDF-ENG
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