critique Beer’s (2021) proposed normative and actionable theory of planned organizational change.  Based on over 50 years’ experience in OD, he contends that five principles are essential for successful organization transformation. While supporting systematic change efforts, the author offers a strong argument in relation to problem diagnosis and presents strategies that lead to long-term sustainable change.  . The following questions should guide your critique: 1.       What are the strengths of Beer’s (2021) proposed theory of planned organizational change? 2.       In Table 1. Beer (2021) lists five principles for rapid and sustainable change (p.22). However, Burke (2018) argues that having a set number of principles is not feasible due to the complexity of organizational change. What is your perspective?  Explain your rationale. 3.       Of the five principles described, which one might be most challenging to execute and why?

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critique Beer’s (2021) proposed normative and actionable theory of planned organizational change.  Based on over 50 years’ experience in OD, he contends that five principles are essential for successful organization transformation. While supporting systematic change efforts, the author offers a strong argument in relation to problem diagnosis and presents strategies that lead to long-term sustainable change.  . The following questions should guide your critique:

1.       What are the strengths of Beer’s (2021) proposed theory of planned organizational change?

2.       In Table 1. Beer (2021) lists five principles for rapid and sustainable change (p.22). However, Burke (2018) argues that having a set number of principles is not feasible due to the complexity of organizational change. What is your perspective?  Explain your rationale.

3.       Of the five principles described, which one might be most challenging to execute and why?

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