The Fifth Discipline

Senge argues that openly voicing one’s assumptions and ideas in a team is the key to practicing the disciplines of Mental Models and Team Learning. How do his examples demonstrate that this is true? Can you think of any areas where this would not apply?

Senge and other systems scientists blame The Prevailing System of Management for various problems, including the failure of many companies and global crises such as climate change and the drug trade. How much of a role does this system play in these issues? To what other major world problems does this system contribute?

Senge argues that the best way to solve creative tension is to move one’s current reality closer to their vision? What are some areas and situations in which people and/or companies might need to do the opposite?