JLTalley & Associates

Organizational life is not a natural act. We should not be surprised when goals get lost in implementation, when personal agendas undermine corporate intention, or when documented procedures have no relationship to how people actually get work done.

Humans are hard wired for the tribe; everything more complex than that is a stretch. The real surprise in organizations is not that problems occur, but rather that we get anything done at all!

After over 250 client engagements, I have come to understand some of the basic principles of organizational success. At least I think I have; this site is designed so you can make your own judgment.

I have included an overview of my approach as well as particular articles that capture some of my opinions on organizational issues. You can also download slide presentations from recent talks.

Like most consultants, I belong to an informal network of colleagues who have provoked and tested my thinking and my practice. They are some of the resources you can reach through this site.

There is also a special section for materials relevant to current client work.