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In this episode of Anatomy of Changework, we dive deep into the concept of categories and their role in change work. Join us as we explore different types of categorization, discuss how categories influence our perception of problems, and examine techniques for shifting perspectives through category manipulation. Learn how understanding and working with categories can enhance your effectiveness as a change worker.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction to categories in change work
1:29 - Different ways of categorizing: attributes vs. overlapping similarities
2:05 - Categorization in the mental world: anxiety as an example
4:33 - Metaphors and categories in business contexts
6:14 - Categories in diagnostics and medicine
7:49 - Using unexpected categories to create change (Nick's demo example)
9:41 - The "chickens" technique: introducing random elements
11:21 - High-level categorization through metaphors
12:29 - Fixed vs. growth mindset: the danger of digital categories
14:22 - Categories as containers: digital vs. analogical thinking
15:11 - Increasing scope to understand the full context of a problem
16:52 - The importance of information gathering before intervention
18:07 - Conclusion and teaser for the next episode