In this episode of The Catholic Bookworm, Kiki Latimer and her son, Dan Latimer, interview Ian Wilders and Joan Kingsland on their book Being the Boss: The Power of Subsidiarity for Getting Things Done (Sept. 29, 2023) Ian is a visionary CEO known for advocating subsidiarity in the workplace. In his book, he shares practical insights and real-world examples of how this concept drives innovation, collaboration, and success. By promoting autonomy and recognizing individual talents, Ian offers a blueprint for transforming traditional structures into dynamic workplaces. Through his thought-provoking ideas, he invites leaders to unlock their teams’ full potential, helping the business owner or manager address such questions as these:
What does subsidiarity mean and how does it relate to management and decision-making in your company?
How do you align decision-making with authority in your organization?
How do you introduce the concept of subsidiarity to new employees?
What role does mission and authority play in implementing subsidiarity within your company?
How do you promote and foster trust, autonomy, and transparency within your organization?
Can you provide examples of how your financial management system aligns with the principles of subsidiarity?
As a business leader or manager, what responsibilities do you have in fostering and maintaining a culture of subsidiarity within your organization?
How do you assess and measure the success of subsidiarity within your organization?
Being the Boss: The Power of Subsidiarity for Getting Things Done | En Route Books and Media
