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Flat Hierarchies: The pros and cons of a high trust Danish workplace

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Denmark and other Nordic countries are celebrated for their flat organisations and inclusive work practices, and for a good reason.

But what are the downsides of this approach? Why do some people coming in from a more hierarchical culture find it demotivating to work this way?

In this episode Sam and Josefine speak with management expert Chris Shern, international CEO Nico Blier-Silvestri and Danish architect Josefine Bols.

The episode covers various topics including:

  • A Foundation of Trust
  • Flat power distribution in practice
  • Story time: dirty dishes
  • Practical advice for managers and employees

Read more at: https://www.whatthedenmark.com/blog-post/flat-hierarchies

  continue reading

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Denmark and other Nordic countries are celebrated for their flat organisations and inclusive work practices, and for a good reason.

But what are the downsides of this approach? Why do some people coming in from a more hierarchical culture find it demotivating to work this way?

In this episode Sam and Josefine speak with management expert Chris Shern, international CEO Nico Blier-Silvestri and Danish architect Josefine Bols.

The episode covers various topics including:

  • A Foundation of Trust
  • Flat power distribution in practice
  • Story time: dirty dishes
  • Practical advice for managers and employees

Read more at: https://www.whatthedenmark.com/blog-post/flat-hierarchies

  continue reading

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