How to lead and succeed in a world of less hierarchy
summary
Claims that pyramid hierarchies add huge hidden cost with a concrete example: a global learning rollout that is two to three months of actual work but takes three years to implement because of bureaucracy. Recommends concrete practices—advisory process to distribute decision authority, align API and org governance, and simple team rituals like check‑in rounds. Cites team research (Google, MIT) and prescribes behaviour changes framed as purpose, mindfulness and listening to speed delivery and increase psychological safety.
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chapters (10)
- 0:00Intro
- 0:48Who are you
- 2:08Conways Law
- 2:59Personal story
- 7:29Why this is great
- 8:27Whats getting stuck in the middle
- 13:21Apis governance
- 15:03The new normal
- 16:54Questions
- 22:01Contact Mark
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