The Evolution to Self-Management
Self-management, flat hierarchies, horizontal organisations, new ways of working—whatever you label it, there has never been a better time to embrace an alternative way of operating and creating a business that is more innovative and resilient.
Let's talk about itIt's time to ditch the business blueprint and reinvent work
The Evolution to Self-Management is for companies eager to become flatter, more autonomous, or for those already on this journey but requiring an external coach and facilitator to move towards your next chapter.
Ready for self-management?
As each business will require a different approach due to how their teams feel about self-management and the challenges within the context of work, the first step we take together is understanding why you want to embrace more dynamic ways, and then we go on a discovery to determine where we begin your journey.
There's no such thing as a one-size-fits-all, and as a coach I don't use any dogmatic frameworks or set theories; my approach is always holistic and open to what your team and business needs first.
Questions to consider before we talk about self-management:
Why do you want to go on this journey?
Understanding your motivation helps us design an approach that aligns with your values and vision.
What are you hoping to achieve with self-management?
Clear goals shape how we structure the transformation and measure success.
What are some of your challenges or fears about this way of working?
Identifying concerns upfront allows us to address them thoughtfully and build confidence in your team.
My self-management toolbox
I have dedicated my professional development and specialism to alternative organisational models and progressive ways of working. I'm a Holacracy Practitioner, Semco Style Certified Expert Practitioner, TUFF Leadership Certified, Teal Ambassador, and training in Sociocracy.
All of these tools and approaches come into play when I support my clients, and I'm continuously exploring alternative practices to expand my knowledge and skills.
Common types of self-management
Holacracy
Holacracy is a self-management system that replaces traditional hierarchy with distributed authority. Work is organised around roles—each with a clear purpose and responsibilities—rather than job titles. People can hold multiple roles across different teams, known as circles, which govern themselves through structured, inclusive meetings.
Semco Style
The Semco Style approach is rooted in trust, transparency, and shared responsibility. It promotes a human-centred, democratic way of working where employees have autonomy to make decisions and shape their roles. Hierarchies are flattened, information is openly shared, and teams are encouraged to self-organise around their purpose.
Sociocracy
Sociocracy emphasises equality, consent-based decision-making, and distributed leadership. Organisations are structured into semi-autonomous circles, each responsible for specific domains. Decisions are made using consent, meaning proposals move forward unless there is a reasoned objection, ensuring all voices are heard.
Teal Organisations
Teal Organisations, as described by Frederic Laloux, represent a progressive model rooted in three core principles: self-management, wholeness, and evolutionary purpose. These organisations operate without traditional hierarchies, instead relying on decentralised decision-making and peer accountability.
Horizontal Organisations
Horizontal organisations reject traditional top-down hierarchies in favour of flat, collaborative structures where authority and decision-making are shared. Roles and responsibilities are distributed across teams, encouraging autonomy, transparency, and collective ownership.
Decentralised Organisations
Decentralised organisations distribute authority and decision-making across various teams or units, rather than concentrating power at the top. This structure supports self-management by empowering individuals and teams to make decisions locally, closer to the action.
What clients say
"Lizzie is an absolute joy to work with - she's real, enthusiastic and FULL of ideas. Not only engaging with the speakers themselves, but with a full room of 300 people. A breath of fresh air."
Amy Rosoman
Breathe
"Energised by Lizzie's passion and vast knowledge of company culture, our delegates took away how to create a genuine sense of belonging. I would highly recommend Lizzie as a speaker."
Katie Burd
Westminster Insights
"Lizzie gave us one of the best talks in the last 2 years. She combined energy, zest and a wealth of knowledge, resulting in a high impact session."
Mun-wai Chung
San Francisco Bay Area Business Agility Meetup
Frequently Asked Questions
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