Still Point Improvement (& The X-Type Matrix begins)
Why is the notion of still point important to executives—visual leaders of strategic improvement? And what the heck does “still point” mean anyway? Today, your host and visual expert, Gwendolyn Galsworth, anchors last week’s discussion of chaos theory and the strange attractor in two practical examples—projects that hold the promise of transformation if associated improvement leaders hold steady to their project course. Only then is life-giving breakthrough possible. Frequently touted but rarely understood, the kaizen principle is not the preferred way to achieve and sustain continual improvement. “Better makes us best” is an appealing slogan that may help us embrace a more progressive values set but does not necessarily drive excellence. It can, instead, be a trap. This week Gwendolyn continues her visual leadership series for the executive function. As time allows, she begins the discussion of the X-Type Matrix, the second powerful executive leadership construct. Tune in/learn more.