What is Charles Handy's Federal Organization Model?

The video explores Charles Handy's concept of the federal organization, highlighting its dual nature of being centralized yet decentralized. It uses Berkshire Hathaway as a prime example, showcasing its small core and autonomous subsidiaries. The video contrasts this with many multinationals that impose strict controls on subsidiaries, deviating from Handy's ideal. The federal structure is defined as having self-governing units with minimal central control, leading to success and low infrastructure costs.

What is the main characteristic of Berkshire Hathaway's organizational structure according to Charles Handy?

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How does Warren Buffett manage the autonomy of the businesses within Berkshire Hathaway?

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What are the constraints that large multinationals impose on their subsidiaries, as mentioned in the text?

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In what way can a federal structure differ from Handy's archetype?

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What qualities do the leaders of self-governing units need to possess for a federal structure to be successful?

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