Human-centric social systems are complex and driven by free will, unlike the more controllable linear systems that machines operate within.
A decision is a communication that reduces complexity by selecting one alternative over others, and its effect requires an observer to create a distinction.
True decisions address the future, which is inherently undecidable due to a lack of complete data, a realm where machines that rely on past data cannot operate.
Leadership involves absorbing uncertainty by taking responsibility for decisions, a uniquely human trait that cannot be programmed into a machine.
Strong decisions require considering nuanced context, as illustrated by an anecdote where rigid rules fail to account for the harmless reality of a situation.
Modern flat organizations require more individual responsibility, creating a paradox when automation imposes standardized workflows that limit human discretion.
Key human abilities like free will, intuition, and responsibility are essential for making strong decisions in complex social systems and must be preserved.
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