Chapter 4

MOVING FROM QUANTITATIVE GROWTH TO QUALITATIVE EVOLUTION

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BIG-VISION SMALL-BUSINESS owners seek a definition of growth perhaps more aligned with evolution than quantitative expansion, focusing more on questions such as “How?” and “Why?” (versus “How big?”). Requirements for ongoing qualitative growth and mastery include having a clear, idealistic vision; a bridge between vision and action; an emphasis on creating right relationships; and a strong “supporting cast” of wisdom and mastery practices that both inspire and sustain.

But how do we begin to challenge our limited perception about the ways an organization can grow, much less challenge ...

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