The blocked organisation: leadership in systemic conflict
When strategic initiatives stall and internal projects block despite agile methods, companies are mirroring the great societal dynamics of our era. Where in modern society functional systems provided orientation, entirely new mechanisms take their place in the Digital Society. The behaviours newly learned there inevitably shape collaboration within the company too. The silent boycott of initiatives or the creeping failure of new working methods are just two of many symptoms. This keynote gives leaders the systemic compass to decode hidden patterns of internal fragmentation, to couple silos productively with one another and to realign the capacity to steer.
Topics in focus
Capacity to steer | Silos and their coupling | Transformation blockages | Organisational development | Cultural change | Systemic leadership | The limits of agile methods
Bookable formats & workshop packages
Every event sets its own accents. The impulse is available in three formats, from a compact inspiration on the main stage to an interactive transfer into practice. We deliver the impulses flexibly on site or as a digital event.
Keynote
The classic stage format
We deliver the keynote as a concise impulse talk between 30 and 60 minutes: compact, to the point and individually tailored to your stage and your audience.
Impulse talk & workshop
Impulse with an in-depth practice session
The keynote is followed by a facilitated workshop in which the group experiences the ideas first-hand and transfers them directly to a concrete question from their own organisation.
Impulse day
The comprehensive strategy or transformation workshop
The keynote provides the inspiring kick-off, followed by facilitated workshops, interaction groups and targeted work with our proven tools on a predefined objective.
The speakers: Sarah Nünlist & Marc Leuzinger
Marc Leuzinger and Sarah Nünlist are the authors of the Theory of the Digital Society and the strategy duo behind TRIB3S. They combine the intellectual depth of their systems-theory approach with the real challenges of modern leadership. With their approachable, inspiring manner they translate complex dynamics into compelling narratives that stick. Depending on the format and objective, the two appear as a well-rehearsed duo or as individual speakers.
You'll find selected references directly in our FAQs, or we're happy to provide them on request.
She is driven by the design space that the new opens up — using it to develop products and models that genuinely move us forward as a society.
Sarah Nünlist
In the logic of complex systems Marc finds the foundation for intelligent strategy. His goal is to give organizations a coherent core for a networked world.
Marc Leuzinger
Bring orientation to your stage
Let's talk about how we can set the right systemic impulse for your conference or congress.
Frequently asked questions
Who is this impulse particularly suited to?
This impulse is aimed at all leaders – in particular HR leads and those responsible for organisational development – as well as leaders who have to steer complex transformation processes, change initiatives and cultural change.
Can we address specific challenges of our company in the workshop?
Yes, absolutely. In the in-depth formats (half-day and full-day programme) we use the preliminary talk to weave your current transformation hurdles, reorganisations or cultural processes precisely into the workshop exercises.
Who leads the programme and in which languages?
Marc Leuzinger and Sarah Nünlist accompany your event either as a co-speaker duo or as individual speakers, as you prefer. All formats are offered in German and English.
Where can we find references to previous appearances?
Our impulses have proven themselves in both politics and business. References include renowned events such as the national CNO Panel or the international CV Summit, closed internal leadership retreats of companies and political bodies (parliamentary-group and party meetings), as well as academic events such as The European DAO Workshop. On request we are happy to send you specific references.
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