La-la-la-la – we’re not listening – la-la-la-la

A Danish study published today shows that

  1. 56% of respondents believe that involving the organization is the second-most important factor for successful strategic development
  2. Only 4% of businesses involve all employees in strategic development

Which made me think of this sign found in a barracks of the Israeli army:

Privates will refrain from giving advice to officers.

– From Leo Rosten’s Giant Book of Laughter

Via Arun’s musings.

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2 responses to “La-la-la-la – we’re not listening – la-la-la-la”

  1. Michael Wagner Avatar

    Alex, I’m currently rereading the Cluetrain Manifesto and reflecting on what is and what could be. Your posting reminds me that we have a long ways to go yet.

    Thanks for the posting – always encouraging and helpful to read your thoughts and share in the conversation.

  2. Alexander Avatar

    We’re getting there!

    And speaking of the Cluetrain Manifesto: I just learned that on May 31 there will be an event in Copenhagen called conversations, and Doc Searls (one of the Cluetrain authors) will be there. More info at http://www.samtalerne.dk .

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