Before reading and watching this week’s material, I knew the rudimentary concept of flat hierarchy. Although, I never imagined its level of complexity regarding a physical and mental process as well as philosophically and how it intertwined with other camp concepts. Flat hierarchy differs a lot from how the rest of the world works. I believe that the dynamic between parents and children in western culture is a crucial example of a different structure where parents often use their years and therefore experience to create a monologue rather than a dialogue of values. In addition, the relationship between bosses and workers strikes me as a extremely sloped hierarchy in which the boss has the …show more content…
In addition, I think that it fosters responsibility in everyone because if everyone has an equal voice than they have the responsibility to speak out when they think that something may need to be changed.
Also, I believe that a pro is that the issues is stripped back to needs and work off empathy. I do think that there are a few cons, including overthinking issues and not reaching or living in the moment with your instincts. Also, I believe that consensus may cause difficulties when there is an impending deadline on an issues. Additionally, because only a small group of individuals make up a productive consensus discussion, in some cases it might be difficult for individuals to place trust in the group’s decision.
Despite these cons, I think flat hierarchy and consensus are worth it because it fosters an open and connection based mindset where people are able to question their value set and from that grow. Also, I believe that, due to its focus on meeting needs and addressing them with empathy, this practice is beneficial for widespread happiness, creative collaboration and NVC