Driving Learning in Flat Structures with Hierarchical Mindset
Written by Adebayo Adekola What kind of organizational structure facilitates learning? Let's focus on the traditional hierarchy and flat structures. So many people think that learning is easier with flat organizational structures and many studies have validated this line of thought. The funny fact is that many seemingly flat structures are all flat "on paper" and maybe "design" but mindset is still hierarchical . How does one drive learning in such systems? Here are few tips to drive learning in this context: 1. Identify the situation. Do not shy away from the fact that it exists. 2. The CEO should be the first advocate of this change. 3. Focus on driving learning not the mindset only. Most times we focus on changing the mindset and leave out the main objective which is to drive learning. 4. A cordial relationship can minimize the hierarchy mindset. Have fun together in the office and outside. 5. The common sign of a hierarchi