You’re Not the Boss of Me! 5 Secrets of Leading Networks Without Authority

Sometimes network structures are mistaken for associations or federations. Some shrug off the confusion, “What’s the difference...and who cares!” they might say. Isn’t “network” just another word for “organization”? Networks are hugely different from traditional organizations and the differences are enormously important to how well and powerfully we can work with others to accelerate and magnify important work. In my experience there are 5 “secrets” for how to enjoy a network experience and optimize the power of a great network while also taking pleasure in nobody “being the boss of me.”

Leadership, Trust, Co-CreationStephanie ClohesyOctober 21, 2021networks, leadershipComment

The Inadequacy of Social Sector Problem-Solving

Thanks to a recent client I’ve spent a couple of months reading and thinking about a slim 2020 publication: “The Flat Org Chart” by Dan Pallotta. I have found this publication to be fascinating and provocative and it turns upside-down the social sector’s assumptions about “doing good” and achieving equity!

Co-Creation, Equity, Leadership, TrustStacy Van GorpMarch 30, 2021Comment

"With Me, Not to Me" - A Map to Better Partnerships

It is revealing that in every network assessment we have completed at See What I Mean, we hear the same sentiment from members - with me, not to me. In other words, be my partner not my boss. However, it shouldn’t be all that surprising.