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RCISE 4: MENTAL MODELS

_ dice identifying how mental models or assumptions influence behavior zations.

- e the Mental Models Worksheet at the end of this exercise. An example of a mental model associated with the "fighting fires" man- :.gement style in the context of a health services organization is fol-

wed by actions associated with that mental model. Next, an alterna- ..: e (different, opposite) mental model for this type of management vle is offered, followed by associated actions.

hoose the mental model that currently influences you or that you ould like to influence your management approach and style. Circle t mental model on the worksheet.

Think of a mental model about the topic of "power and authority" organizations. Describe your actions as a health services manager

-your behavior was driven by this mental model. Think of an alter- tive mental model about "power and authority" inorganizations.

Describe your actions as a health services manager if your behavior as driven by this mental model. Write your response in the respec-

~ re boxes on the worksheet.

oose the mental model that currently influences you or that you ould like to influence your management approach and style. Circle t mental model on the worksheet .

.: peat 3 and 4 for two topics of your own choice.

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