Barrier Analysis of Systemic Methods for Navigating Complex Issues

ACTIVITY 1  Focusing on Relationships

Step 1 Map a Complex Issue

In this activity, you practice the systemic technique, Focus on Relationships.

Work in groups of 3. Refer the list on the chalkboard in the presentation. Pick any two elements.

How are they related? How do they reinforce each other?

Step 2

After you have explored the relationship, discuss what you can do to counteract or challenge the barriers that keep you from adopting a systemic approach to complex issues in your organization.

Step 3

Repeat with a new pair of elements.