Three concepts (organizational politics, organizational values, and in
ventive sense making) are treated as blind spots in the study of organiza
tions. They are discussed in the context of what is taught about and
applied in organizations. Approaches are suggested for overcoming
blind spots, thereby improving the ability to help students and prac
titioners understand and cope in organizations.
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