Conception:
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A group of people see an
advantage to voluntarily coming together and start an association. |
Infancy:
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The founders are still in charge
as the organization struggles to survive. Every job requires more work than the founders
can do. |
Puberty:
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The organization grows steadily
but suffers from awkwardness in its dealings with outsiders and with internal
coordination. Entrepreneurial skills are gradually replaced by more professional
management techniques and skills.
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Young
Adulthood:
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Accepted management practices are
implemented, including formalized personnel practices. The beginning of bureaucracy and
internal politics are evident. |
Adulthood:
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The organization is mastering its
environment and serving the needs of its members. Management is peaking and preparing to
expand, enter new areas of service or add new functions. |
Late Adulthood:
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The excitement of the
organization has diminished. The membership will not support innovation. A complacent
atmosphere lacking any sense of urgency or zeal prevails. |
Old Age:
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The organization is losing its
ability to cope with its environment and serve the real needs of members. Managers and
leaders bicker and internal control is lacking. All of a sudden things seem to come apart,
and few people seem to care. |
