People who tend to cluster more towards this end than the rational end of the spectrum, recognize that the world, and organizations within it, are not quite as mechanistic and entirely predictable as to be able to proceed in a smooth, orderly fashion, just solving one problem after the one before it.

If you like this approach, you will likely prefer to enjoy the journey, rather than over-focusing on the destination. You will enjoy tweaking the ongoing process as you go along.

The biggest advantage of this organic approach is its high level of adaptability and flexibility when facing and explaining the unexpected and often chaotic changes, which happen in both life and even the best-laid business plans.

The biggest disadvantage of the organic approach is that it can be ‘disorganised,’ lacking a clear frame of reference. This can make it harder for people to feel comfortable, to communicate clearly, and to measure the new solution’s progress.  When a problem recurs, it can be helpful to have a more thorough look at the situation within a more rational approach.

As in all things in life, moderation in both approaches (and knowing when to use each in a flexible way which is tailored to the specific needs, rather than following one or the other approach) is likely to provide the best supports and the most options in problem-solving. This is, perhaps, an excellent example of how ‘both/and’ strategizing can be more useful than ‘either/or’ thinking.