Humanizing the Org Chart

Observers of organizational structure often focus on formal authority: Who is responsible for what and who reports to whom. They describe some structures as more “hierarchical” and others as more “flat.” Authority is an important element in organizations, but it is not the only one. This session takes an alternative view: Looking at organizations as networks of mutually supportive partnerships. We’ll explore ways to assess and improve the health of these partnerships by examining a specific one – the relationship between you and your manager.