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Our Client Partners
Canopy Gap works with organizations that embrace the “mess.” We talk about the “mess” as being the unpredictable, uncontrollable nature of work and life. It’s neither good nor bad. It’s complex. Our client partners understand there are no quick fixes or easy solutions to how we work together effectively. Since people are not machines, it […]
What Do We Mean by “Design?”
In the way that we see the world, everyone is a designer. We “mark,” or “designate” our projects and our days with choices. This is what a designer does. We consciously choose an activity or a process to deepen relationships, or improve our work together. So, we can all let go of the notion of […]
Facilitating Change
It is well known that people are resistant to change. And yet in this messy world, we know that continual change is necessary. Change is more likely to be effective when people impacted by the changes are invited to participate. Whether it’s a merger, reorganization, new initiative, or you want to revisit how you work […]
Culture Shifts
This Q&A with Todd Hoskins originally appeared in the Pomello Blog. What are the most common reasons that you see companies pursuing a company culture change management strategy? Many organizations view “culture” as a problem that needs to be solved, typically after an increase in employee turnover, declining performance, or some disruption such as a […]
Managing Change
“Every amateur epistemologist knows that knowledge cannot be managed.” — David Jonassen Change, like knowledge, cannot be managed. If we remember that everything is in motion – markets, organizations, people – trying to manage change is like trying to hold water in your hands. Organizations that have “change management” or “organizational effectiveness” initiatives typically develop […]
