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2. A major work with people, the key, is to change B, benefits, in a system seeking to maximize an unconventional B / C ratio (maximize B, minimize C). To do so:

1. change the groups, P
2. change the time, the planning period, T
3. change demand, D
4. change the perceived units actually available or obtained, d
5. change the value, V, assigned each unit
6. change substitutability, S
7. change perceived expectations for success, (1.0 - r)

4. There are other ways to change behavior (threats, law enforcement, etc.)

5. Selecting cost-effective strategies and tactics to achieve the desired final conditions (a set of behaviors)is the manager's role.

6. Committee work is easier when there are fewer relations among members. The number of potential relations (I) is:

I = N(N - 1)

where N = Number of committee members.

(Potential relations among factors in an ecosystem are similarly computed. How many potential relations are there that must be considered and controlled in a 16 component ecosystem or 16-member committee?)

7. Quality of committee work is related to members, leadership, and group dynamics.

8. It may be desirable to change people's attitudes but the manager's question (before work begins) is:

As a consequence, what evidence for desired behavioral change should result?

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