Speaker: Paul Stimson, Ph.D.
Date: May 13, 2009: OD Tools & Methods 2:30 - 3:45pm
Venue: Linkage Best of OD Summit, Chicago IL
Registration: For more information or to register call 781-402-5555 or visit www.linkage.com\ods. Mention priority code 09OD-SP to save $200.
Session Overview
All too often we craft and apply simple solutions to complex business problems. The result—the original problem seems “fixed.” It may disappear temporarily, but more often than not, the problem reappears—more complex and tougher to solve than before. Learn how you can apply Systems Thinking and Complexity Modeling to today's business problems and opportunities.
You will learn:
- A framework for understanding the difference between simple “linear” and “systemic” problems
- Practical and proven tools and techniques to think systemically and identify systemic problems
- A methodology for helping leaders focus on the systemic causes and consequences of a problem/opportunity rather than over-reacting to symptoms
Biographical Sketch
Dr. Paul Stimson is the Managing Partner of Work Systems Affiliates International Inc., a leader in organizational and leadership development and consulting. He has been involved with MIT/Sloan School's System Dynamics group.
About the 2009 Best of Organizational Development Summit:
Linkage's Eleventh Annual Best of Organization Development Summit in Chicago, IL, May 12-14 is the world-renowned meeting for OD practitioners and line leaders as well as HR generalists and executives.
The mission of the Best of OD Summit is to provide best-in-class tools, case studies, techniques, and skills to address the needs of practitioners at every level, equipping them to meet the challenges of today's changing and increasingly demanding organizational environments.
Keynote speakers include: David Cooperrider, Linda Hill, Sa-nicole Joni, Stephen M.R. Covey, David Rock, Betsy Myers and Marshall Goldsmith. Mention priority code 09OD-SP to save $200. For more information or to register call 781-402-5555 or visit www.linkage.com\ods