Too many problem-solving sessions become battlegrounds where decisions are made — Margaret J. Wheatley
We do as much harm holding onto programs and people past their natural life span — Margaret J. Wheatley
Successful organizations, including the military, have learned that the higher the risk — Margaret J. Wheatley
The nature of the global business environment guarantees that no matter how hard — Margaret J. Wheatley
In our daily life, we encounter people who are angry, deceitful, intent only on satisfying their own needs. — Margaret J. Wheatley
For us, someone who is willing to step forward and help is much more courageous — Margaret J. Wheatley
I believe that our very survival depends upon us becoming better systems thinkers. — Margaret J. Wheatley
The more interpretations we gather, the easier it becomes to gain a sense of the whole. — Margaret J. Wheatley
For eons, humans have struggled to find less destructive ways of living together. — Margaret J. Wheatley
Circles create soothing space, where even reticent people can realize that their voice is welcome. — Margaret J. Wheatley
Listening is such a simple act. It requires us to be present, and that takes practice — Margaret J. Wheatley
The things we fear most in organizations — fluctuations, disturbances, imbalances — are the primary sources of creativity. — Margaret J. Wheatley
We know from science that nothing in the universe exists as an isolated or independent entity. — Margaret J. Wheatley
Everything has its season, and all things eventually lose their effectiveness and die. — Margaret J. Wheatley