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Transformational Change Using Stratified Systems Theory

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It is argued that leaders and other change agents will be able to transform organizations and the members of organizations only if they possess compelling explanatory frameworks for viewing organizational behavior, structure and dynamics. To illustrate this point, the stratified systems theory of Elliott Jaques is presented in the context of an organizational intervention. The “vision” promoted by stratified systems theory enabled an outside consultant to transform the leadership of an ailing social services agency and was useful in explaining the inability of the organization’s administrator and board of directors to act transformationally during a period of rapid change

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  • Philip Lewis, 2007. "Transformational Change Using Stratified Systems Theory," International Journal of Public Administration, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 19(6), pages 801-826, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:lpadxx:v:19:y:2007:i:6:p:801-826
    DOI: 10.1080/01900699608525121
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