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

Holistic Reflection:

Take a moment to reflect on the interconnected nature of your business. Recognize that it is not a singular entity but a system of subsystems, each playing a crucial role in the overall functioning. Consider how operations, coordination, control, intelligence, and policy interact to create a dynamic and adaptive enterprise.

Ecosystem Integration:

Now, integrate this internal reflection with the broader business ecosystem. Your business is not an isolated entity but a participant in a larger network of suppliers, customers, and collaborators. Understand how the intelligence gathered from the ecosystem informs your internal systems, contributing to adaptability and strategic decision-making.

Interplay of Systems and Ecosystem:

Explore the interplay between your internal systems and the external ecosystem. How do changes in the business environment impact your internal operations? How does the resilience of your internal systems contribute to your business’s ability to navigate external challenges? Recognize the symbiotic relationship between your business and its broader context.

Strategic Alignment:

Strategic alignment emerges as a critical theme in reflecting on your business as a system of subsystems embedded in an ecosystem. How well is your internal policy aligned with the values of your ecosystem? Are your coordination efforts synchronized with the collaborative dynamics of your business community? Consider how strategic alignment enhances both internal and external effectiveness.

Measuring Success Holistically:

Shift your perspective on measuring success. Instead of solely focusing on internal metrics, consider how success is measured in the effectiveness and efficiency of your entire system within the ecosystem. Embrace a holistic view that includes not only financial gains but also the positive impact your business has on the community and the fulfillment of higher-order needs.

Interactive Group Reflection:

In our interactive group reflection, share insights from your personal reflections. Engage in a dialogue with fellow entrepreneurs, discussing how viewing your business as a system of subsystems embedded in an ecosystem has influenced your understanding of success and your approach to strategic decision-making.

Transition to Navigating Complexity: Systems Thinking as a Lifelong Practice:

As we conclude our reflection on business as a system of subsystems embedded in an ecosystem, let’s transition to the concept of navigating complexity. Join me in understanding that systems thinking is not a one-time application but a lifelong practice. Embrace the continuous journey of learning, adapting, and optimizing your business in a dynamic and interconnected world.

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