The shamanic perspective on organizational change and development

Author(s): Egri, C. P.

Journal/Book: J Organ Change Manage. 1994; 7: 60/62 Toller Lane, Bradford, W Yorkshire, England BD8 9BY. Mcb Univ Press Ltd. 7.

Abstract: Proposes that there are parallels between the roles of shamans in their communities and the roles which organizational change and development consultants can play in guiding organizational transformations. Presents fundamental assumptions underlying the shamanic perspective on transformational change and utilizes them to understand the problems resulting from a large-scale organizational change programme undertaken in one organization. Illustrates the importance of adopting an integrative holistic approach in order to enhance the long-term viability and success of any organizational change and development intervention. Closes with a discussion of the ways in which organizational change and development consultants can and do act in shamanic ways.

Note: Article PJ Frost, Univ British Columbia, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1M9, Canada

Zurück | Weiter