Dr. Kathy Allen
My coaching and organizational development work adapts to the unique context of the organization and its people. Every design, every intervention, every interaction is designed for that uniqueness. As a result, the work becomes much more powerful.
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Reflections on Influencing Living Systems
Our recent U.S. elections have caused me to reflect deeply on how I view political leadership and how my perspective might constrain what I can...
A Vote for Kindness
Some people feel that kindness is underrated, if not completely forgotten, right now. But I believe kindness is one of the most powerful (if sometimes...
How much suffering do we create for ourselves?
Buddhist philosophy says we create our own suffering, which is an interesting thought. It invites us to understand how we show up in the world...
About Kathy
Thought leader, author and trusted advisor and coach. Dr. Kathleen Allen helps organizations and individuals create meaningful change using Nature as a model for more effective leadership practices. In recent years her time has been spent writing, presenting and consulting on ways to incorporate the concepts of living systems and Nature’s adaptive cycle to leadership, human, and organizational development. Dr. Allen’s clients include internationally renowned thought leaders, nonprofits, growing businesses, and collaborative networks.
Works
Leading from the Roots uses nature as a source of inspiration to help us see a new way of leading and designing organizations. It applies the generous framework found in mature ecologies to human organizations. It helps us shift our assumptions, practices, structures, and processes to become more resilient and nourishing for all.
