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How to prevent policy blindness in a complex world

How to prevent policy blindness in a complex world

Our world has become more complex. And with it the issues we face, whether it's Covid19, immigration, housing, energy transition or climate change. Developing good policies has never been so difficult. Unfortunately, all too often, policy at the national and supranational level is still made as if we live in a manageable, predictable world. Or a world that we can make manageable again solely with the help of technology, models and narratives. A world that can still be addressed top-down, the old way. Policy makers sometimes seem to be blind to the complex reality of the present time. A policy blindness, a lack of awareness of the real world effects of the policies pursued by administrators, with potentially harmful consequences for many generations to come…

Living and Working in the Time of Corona

Living and Working in the Time of Corona

Our lives have changed a lot since the beginning of 2020. Living in the present time has characteristics of living with a chronic condition and that in itself has a major impact. We are forced to behave differently than under normal circumstances. But also different than during a crisis. Seeing this time for what it is, chronically abnormal, provides concrete tools for how you can best deal with it yourself and as a manager. This article describes the prolonged non-normal nature of the present time, its impact on ourselves and work, and concludes with concrete tips. And perhaps surprisingly, something good can also come out of this time…