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So the difference between our opinions is basically that you think formal power is most important and informal power only a nuance to that, and I think informal
by erikb 11y ago
So the difference between our opinions is basically that you think formal power is most important and informal power only a nuance to that, and I think informal power is most important and formal power only a nuance to that.
For me it's good to know that people still exist who can believe in the first. I also started out like that but the little experience I could gather from this world taught me otherwise.
- TeMPOraL 11y agoI think what the GP is saying is that navigating through the office politics is like crossing a minefield; formal structure at least shows you where most of the mines are located; holocracy means you have no clue, no map.
- erikb 11y agoYes and I think the map is too old and outdated and lacks detail.
- eru 11y agoAt least the map gives you excuses---ie harder to get fired for doing what your boss tells you. Your detractors will have to make up another charge.
- erikb 11y agoThat's true. It's harder to get fired following the map. Haven't thought about that, since it's not my preference. Thanks for the reminder. Now it makes sense to think that way.