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Discussion "Radical Change, the Quiet Way"
Strategies for Change
"Radical Change, the Quiet Way"
I was told by a manager years ago that "no one likes to hear someone screaming that the Emperor is naked". At the time I had no idea what he meant. I got the basic message that I needed to be quiet, but I didn't fully understand the fable. Of course, after years of experience it became clear. No one likes to be criticized, or to have their leader criticized. This means that even if our beloved leader (company, friend, whatever the object of the complaint is) appears naked with a kingdom full of people able to see them, it is simply not polite or respectful to begin screaming to point it out. You'll likely accomplish more productive change with tempered, timely, and respectful communication.
Initial Post Instructions
Read "Radical Change, the Quiet Way" then think of a time when you felt compelled to yell out that the Emperor is naked (metaphorically speaking). Use the actions described in the "Ideas in Action" section to describe possible actions you could have taken. What reaction would you likely have received if you had simply hollered out and identified loudly all the things that are wrong with the situation? How might the outcome be different if you used the actions described? How do the concepts discussed reinforce the need for effective communication? Use and cite a minimum of three scholarly references beyond the texts used in the course to defend your reasoning.
Follow Up Posts
After your initial post, read over the items posted by your peers and your instructor. Select at least two different posts, and address the following items in your responses:
i. Help your classmates expand on their suggested actions. Share additional ideas for actions they could take.
ii. Share some of your own experiences (good or bad) that helps reinforce the concepts discussed here.
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