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Small changes in leverage points can lead to significant impacts from "summary" of Thinking in Systems by Donella Meadows
In complex systems, small changes in certain key points can trigger large-scale effects. These key points, known as leverage points, are where interventions can have the greatest impact on the system as a whole. By identifying and targeting these leverage points, we can make strategic interventions that lead to significant changes in outcomes. Leverage points can vary in their impact on a system. Some leverage points are low in the system hierarchy and have minimal influence, while others are high leverage points that can cause major shifts in behavior. By understanding the hierarchy of leverage points in a system, we can prioritize our efforts and focus on the points that will have the most significant impact. One of...
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