


Does systems and complexity need new words?
by Rob Worth | 13 Jul 2021 | Complexity, Systems Thinking
Does systems and complexity need new words? New words can be useful, but they can also mislead, confuse and turn people away. Complexity and systems thinking is a different way to look at the world. It is easy to argue that to express new ideas, we need new words....
4 questions to make your complexity or systems book compelling
by Rob Worth | 11 Jul 2021 | Structure, Writing tips
4 questions to make your complexity or systems book compelling If you are thinking about writing a book, make it relevant to readers with 4 questions. 1) What’s my unique position? List experiences, models, methods, stories and insights. 2) Think about the different...
Are you doing the biggest thing that holds complexity and systems back?
Are you doing the biggest thing that holds complexity and systems back? Some practitioners seem to think that saying “… and I didn’t tell them we were using systems thinking” is a good thing. It’s not. If we don’t tell people what we are doing, how will the...
3 structures using stories that keep readers turning the pages of your complexity and systems book
3 structures using stories that keep readers turning the pages of your complexity and systems book Stories are a powerful tool for hooking a reader and keeping them reading. You can also use stories to structure your book. 3 book structures using story Simple...Recent Posts
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