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Senge describes the use of what he calls "mental models". A mental model is a set of assumptions that shapes our perceptions and opinions. By making our mental models explicit, we enable others to get a handle on our thinking. This allows those around us to contribute to our thinking and improve our perceptions, our opinions and therefore also our options together. The opportunity to truly understand and make a contribution is what brings out the full commitment of employees. This is in stark contrast to the political, bureaucratic view of companies which falsely believe "Great minds think alike."
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Senge, Peter. The Fifth Discipline: The Art and Practice of the Learning Organization. Currency- Doubleday. New York. 1990.
Easily one of the most important business books ever written, The Fifth Discipline is full of important lessons and insights which transcend the corporate context.
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Highly readable, very engrossing and even more comprehensive, Dr. Senge's landmark book lays the foundation for what he calls a "learning organization". He introduces readers to the five organizational learning disciplines -- systems thinking, personal mastery, mental models, shared vision, and team learning. He explains how these learning disciplines, when used together, can help organizations to renew themselves continuously, as they climb the learning curve. This book is essential reading for anyone in business -- bar none.
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