The Path of Least Resistance for Managers - Designing Organizations to Succeed

Key Facts and Insights from the Book

1. Organizations are seen as 'structures' that can be designed to achieve specific outcomes.
2. The concept of 'structural tension' is crucial in understanding how an organization works.
3. Managers should aim to create 'path of least resistance' that aligns with the organization's goals.
4. Understanding the 'current reality' and 'desired state' is essential in managing structural tension.
5. Structural conflict within an organization can lead to ineffective results.
6. The book introduces a process-oriented approach to management, as opposed to goal-oriented.
7. Leadership skills are not enough; managers must understand and design the underlying structures.
8. Structural tension can...

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