Similar to the family systems theory 101 workshop from last year, we wanted to focus on the organizational systems theory that can be at play in a family enterprise. Systems theory in business says what patterns, feedback loops, etc., are contributing to the challenges we are seeing in the business and how to impact those without creating unintended consequences. Designed specifically for consultants, this session will discuss the basic concepts in organizational systems theory and focus on two significant frameworks. Peter Senge's "Fifth Discipline" to help you guide client businesses toward becoming adaptive, learning organizations that prioritize systems thinking and challenge restrictive mental models. Complementing this, we layer in David Kantor's Structural Dynamics, equipping you with tools such as the Four-Player Model to map and deconstruct face-to-face communication patterns within leadership teams. By mastering Senge's learning systems and Kantor's conversational agility concepts, you will gain a holistic toolkit to diagnose client friction, break through organizational gridlock, and shift teams from reactive problem-solving to sustained, generative growth.
