Geoff Marlow emphasises the need for ‘deconflation’ in decision-making processes to enhance clarity and effectiveness. He identifies two common areas where conflation occurs – conflating ‘what’ with ‘how’ and conflating ‘change’ with ‘transition’.
In the first conflation, people often mix up ‘what’ they want to achieve with ‘how’ they plan to achieve it. This confusion can lead to a lack of focus on the actual goal and an overemphasis on the method. Marlow suggests separating the ‘what’ from the ‘how’ to ensure that the desired outcome is clear and the method of achieving it is flexible.
The second conflation involves mixing up ‘change’ (the shift from one state to another) with ‘transition’ (the psychological process individuals go through to come to terms with the change). Marlow argues that understanding the difference between these two concepts can help manage the emotional impact of change on individuals and ensure smoother transitions.
Marlow concludes by advocating for the practice of ‘deconflation’ to improve decision-making and change management. This involves separating intertwined concepts to gain a clearer understanding and more effective approach towards achieving desired outcomes.
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