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From a vertical and hierarchical order to a horizontal and egalitarian order in structuring and shaping the flow of power in the organization

Getting things done at work – myth and realities
by Rune Kvist Olsen © 2006

Our contemporary organizations have throughout history been used to organize the workplace in a vertical and hierarchical manner, as though this type of organization is the only natural way of getting things done. This vertically-oriented reality is based on a belief in domination, control and command, and has provided a powerful source of validation for hierarchical relationships between human beings in organizational life.

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A change from leadership (vertical power structure) to leadingship (horizontal power structure) at work. The theory and practice.

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