Leaders who can move effectively through the maze of an organization will likely reach their goals in the least amount of time, without making a lot of noise. Understanding the informal organization, the one beyond the organizational chart, is key to a manager's success.
Organizational agility requires an understanding of how the organization works. Its understanding the various roles people play and the strategies needed to be effective within that framework. Gaining organizational agility will give you the opportunity to lead.
Primary Objectives:
- Understanding the formal vs. the informal organization
- Self assessment to recognize current effectiveness
- Understanding the impact of personal style
- Learning the value of networking