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Human System Dynamics · LAB
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Human System Dynamics (HSD) is:
- A process for addressing uncertainty based on inquiry.
- A systemic approach, based on inquiry and a system of simple yet powerful questions.
- A field of theory and practice aimed at building adaptive capacity to help individuals and communities find options for action in complex situations that create seemingly impossible problems to address.
We delve into this theoretical and practical approach to understand and manage change in human systems with Miriam Bayés and Ingrid Astiz Jensen.
How to identify patterns in complexity and detect opportunities from chaos.
Much of personal success derives from the ability to clearly detect patterns in complex systems.
They allow us to understand and act boldly to transform chaos and uncertainty into an opportunity.
Learnings and resources from the Runroom LAB Human System Dynamics
Below we share some insights on Human System Dynamics extracted from the Runroom LAB with Miriam Bayés.
Human System Dynamics (HSD) is:
- A systemic approach to uncertainty, based on understanding what is happening around us with a system of simple questions that are also powerful.
- HSD focuses on inquiry, not on finding answers or solutions.
- A field of theory and practice aimed at building adaptive capacity individually and collectively to find options for action in complex situations that create seemingly impossible problems to address.
- An iterative model that emerges as an evolution of change management models in changing contexts, following other trends or previous models like the Kotter model, the ADKAR model, or the Agile model based on agility and with many points in common with HSD.
HSD proposes a new leadership paradigm with a unique vision:
"We accompany people to thrive. We help them clearly see the patterns, we help them understand them and encourage them to act boldly to transform turbulence and uncertainty into possibility for everyone".*
In addition to some key techniques we experimented with, we were particularly captivated by the concept of Generative Engagement which seeks to create ideal conditions for interacting with others and making decisions in multifunctional teams, generating patterns of reciprocity, authenticity, and fairness.
*Intellectual Property ©HSD Institute
Takeaways from Miriam
- In complexity, there are no problems, there are PATTERNS.
- INQUIRY is fundamental to be able to see and understand those patterns.
- Knowing how to ADAPT to the changing environment and being able to make decisions and act despite uncertainty.
- Define the conditions or SIMPLE RULES that allow us to work together in harmony with autonomy and collaboration.
- Being comfortable in uncertainty.