Based on the film Mindwalk and class readings explain in what ways the Cartesian (from Descrartes) clockwork of the universe management approach is not adequate to account for interdependency in complex systems such as HSEM environments.

Based on the film Mindwalk and class readings explain in what ways the Cartesian (from Descrartes) clockwork of the universe management approach is not adequate to account for interdependency in complex systems such as HSEM environments.
Using
systems’ perspective discussed in the Mindwalk by the female scientist,
explain what leadership qualities would you expect to see in HSEM
professionals who accept ecological versus clockwork thinking?
In practical terms, what are the benefits of systems’ thinking in case of Jack and his political agenda and aspirations?
What
does Goleman mean when he says that Emotional Intelligence (EI) is a
sine qua non of leadersip? Do you agree with this statement when you
consider HSEM leadership? Why? Why not?
Discuss
the 5 domains of the EI; to what extent do you believe empathy should
be a critical trait of leadership in HSEM environments? Does it
surprise you that the EI accounts for potentially more executive success
than IQ, expertness, and technical skills? Why? Why not?
Using
Lorentz question “Does the flap of a butterfly wings in Brazil set off a
tornado in Texas” explain the different between managing complicated
versus complex operational environments. What is the major distinction
in making decisions in complicated versus complex environments based on
the Cynefin? Why is it counterproductive according to McChrystal to
attempt to use complicated solutions to solve complex problems?
Explain the usefulness of linear thinking in the clockwork versus wayward swirl universe (use examples from video/reading).
Using examples from HSEM (to include environmental threats) illustrate
how you might or might not agree with McChrystal’s (2015) statement
“Attempts to control complex systems by using the kind of mechanical,
reductionist thinking championed
by thinkers from Newton to Taylor – breaking down into component parts,
or optimizing individual elements – tend to be pointless at best or
destructive at worst” (p. 68).

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