What is Charles Handy's Shamrock Organization?

The video explores Charles Handy's Shamrock Organization model, which envisions a flexible organizational structure with a core of senior managers and three 'leaves': outsourced services, contracted professionals, and a flexible workforce. This model, inspired by the portfolio career concept, allows organizations to adapt to changing demands by leveraging external resources and flexible labor. The Shamrock Organization reflects a shift towards more dynamic and adaptable business practices, though it raises social and political debates about worker rights.

What is the concept of the Shamrock Organization as described by Handy?

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How does Handy's idea of a portfolio career relate to the Shamrock Organization?

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What are the three leaves of the Shamrock Organization?

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What advantages do Shamrock Organizations gain from outsourcing?

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In what ways do contracted independent professionals contribute to a Shamrock Organization?

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What implications does the use of a flexible workforce have for Shamrock Organizations?

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How has the concept of the Shamrock Organization evolved since the late 1980s?

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