When it comes to the inner workings of an organization, there are often subtle cues that show you how things are running and where it’s going.

One great way to get a sense of what’s going on is to tune into the rhythm of the organization. Pay attention to the speed at which employees move through tasks and projects, how quickly ideas are implemented or rejected, and observe how meetings progress or stagnate over time.

By understanding this rhythm, you can gain valuable insight into what direction the organization is heading.

And if you want to shift things up you don’t necessarily have to just jump in with big changes. Simply adjust the pace at which change happens and you can influence where things go in the future.