Course Content
Introduction to Systematic Success
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I. Introduction to Systematic Success
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Reflecting on Systems
Understanding Systematic Management
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II. Understanding Systematic Management
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Addressing Complexity: Requisite Variety
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III. Addressing Complexity: Requisite Variety
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Aligning Personal and Business Profiles
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IV. Aligning Personal and Business Profiles
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Intelligent Value Generation
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V. Intelligent Value Generation
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Core Systems Ideas
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VI. Core Systems Ideas
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Beyond Profits: Fulfilling Higher Order Needs
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VII. Beyond Profits: Fulfilling Higher Order Needs
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Scaling in the Optimal Range
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VIII. Scaling in the Optimal Range
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Complementary Resources
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IX. Complementary Resources
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Technology as a Lever
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X. Technology as a Lever
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Leveraging Technology
Design Thinking: A Subset of Systems Thinking
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XI. Design Thinking: A Subset of Systems Thinking
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Design Thinking
Strategic Planning as a Systems Approach
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XII. Strategic Planning as a Systems Approach
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Organizational Analysis
Environmental Scan
Strategy
Business Ecosystem Intelligence
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XIII. Business Ecosystem Intelligence
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Ecosystem Business Intelligence
Small Business Logic: Goals, Decisions, and Throughput
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XIV. Small Business Logic: Goals, Decisions, and Throughput
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Viable Systems Model
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XV. Viable Systems Model
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Reflecting on Business as a System of Subsystems Embedded in an Ecosystem
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XVI. Reflecting on Business as a System of Subsystems Embedded in an Ecosystem
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Subsystems and Ecosystems
The Core System Management Cycle
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XII. The Core System Management Cycle: Goal-Setting to Lesson-Learning
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Management Cycle
Navigating Complexity: Systems Thinking as a Lifelong Practice
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XVI. Navigating Complexity: Systems Thinking as a Lifelong Practice
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Navigating Complexity
Systematic Management
About Lesson

Requisite Variety Explained:

In the dynamic landscape of business, facing a variety of opportunities and challenges is inevitable. The concept of Requisite Variety, a cornerstone of our Systematic Success Program, offers a strategic approach to addressing this diversity. It asserts that the variety in the internal structure of a system must match the variety of its external environment to effectively respond.

Adapting to Diverse Scenarios:

Consider your business as a dynamic system interacting with an ever-changing environment. Requisite Variety emphasizes the importance of adapting to diverse scenarios. By aligning the internal structure of your business with the external variety it faces, you enhance your ability to navigate uncertainties and capitalize on opportunities.

Real-World Examples:

Let’s ground this concept in reality with some real-world examples. Think of successful businesses that have effectively matched their internal capabilities to external challenges – they have embraced the principles of Requisite Variety. Conversely, instances of mismatching variety often result in difficulties in coping with environmental changes.

Interactive Exercise:

To deepen your understanding, let’s engage in a brief interactive exercise. Reflect on the variety of challenges and opportunities your business might encounter. Consider how well your internal structures align with these external factors. This exercise will set the stage for the practical application of Requisite Variety in your entrepreneurial journey.

Transition to Aligning Personal and Business Profiles:

Now that we’ve explored how Requisite Variety addresses the complexity of the business environment, let’s transition to a critical aspect of our Systematic Success Program – aligning your personal attributes with the needs of your business. Join me as we delve into the significance of ensuring harmony between your entrepreneurial profile and the demands of your business.

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