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How does changing systems work? Is it possible to change systems that are already established? Changing systems can be difficult, but is certainly possible with the right leverage points. Especially if a system isn’t working in some way, changing systems is a useful skill. Read more about changing systems below.
What are stocks and flows and what is their role in systems? How do stock and flows work? Stocks are the tangible elements of a system, and flows are the means by which the stocks change. Understanding stocks and flows can help you understand the inputs and outputs of a system, and therefore better understand the system itself. Read more about stocks and flows and check out the stocks and flows diagram.
What are Donella Meadows’ leverage points? How can these leverage points help you develop top-knotch systems in the systems thinking model? Donella Meadows’ leverage points in a system are places where you can intervene in a system. Leverage points are important for when you have to change your system. Read more about Donella Meadows’ leverage points in systems thinking and how they work.
What is the systems thinking model? What is a system and how can the systems thinking model build systems that work? The systems thinking model encourages you to think about all structures—business, social, government—as systems that can be organized to work properly an efficiently. Keep reading to found out more about the systems thinking model.
Why are system goals important when you’re developing a system? How can optimizing for the wrong goal cause your system to fail? System goals are a necessary part of any system. But in order for the system to succeed, you have to make sure you’re working toward the right goals. Read more about system goals below.
What are renewable stocks, and how are they different from nonrenewable stocks? How do these types of stocks work within a system. Renewable stocks are a type of stock that is infinite, at least for a time. Nonrenewable stocks cannot be replenished. Both are important within a system. Read more about renewable stocks and how they work.
What does the Hooked model look like in action? What can you learn from Hooked model examples? Hooked model examples show how creating habits keeps customers around. The Bible app is an example of the Hooked model at work and uses triggers, actions, rewards, and investments. Read more about one of the key Hooked model examples: the Bible app.
What is a behavior trigger? How does an external trigger differ from an internal trigger? External triggers come from the environment. Internal triggers come from the person’s inner life and thoughts. Both of these behavior triggers can both be used to build habits. Read on to understand “what is a trigger?” and how an external trigger and internal trigger differ.
What is the Hooked loop? Is manipulation using the Hooked loop ethical or not? The Hooked loop is the cycle of trigger, action, reward, and investment that has the potential to addict customers. The Manipulation Matrix evaluates when the Hooked loop is being used for good or evil. Read more about the Hooked loop and the Manipulation Matrix.
What innovation resources are essential to disrupt markets? How can innovation resources position a company for success? Innovation resources are the capabilities, values, and culture that come together to help encourage or address disruption. An organization needs innovation resources to develop disruption capacity and respond to market disruptors. Read more about innovation resources and how they work.