Uncompliant
Jennifer HouleA publication about modern work that examines inherited systems, questions what we've normalized, and explores what healthier, more effective organizations could become.
| Platform |  | Pricing | Freemium | Publishes | Weekly |
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| Issues | 63 | Founded | a year ago | Last Issue | 8 days ago |
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How to Read an Organization Part 01: The Work
A friend once applied for a job she was SO excited about, only to start the interview process and notice that things seemed a little…off.
The process itself felt scattered and disorganized. But then they mentioned how fast they were growin...
Let’s Talk About PIPS, Baby
The original essay, published August 13, 2026, can be found here. This episode also includes some HR guidance on what to do should you find yourself in a PIPuation.
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How To Read an Organization
One of the most consequential capabilities I’ve developed over my career is also one of the hardest to explain. In the simplest terms possible, it’s about being good at reading organizations. Some people are naturals at this. They can walk...
The Person You Become in a Toxic Culture
This is the second consecutive Uncompliant essay inspired by fellow Substackers. Steve (←Substack) wrote an incredibly candid comment on this post about PIPs with such a profound level of self-awareness. The entire comment is wonderful, but...
Trust & Governance
The Literacies Required to Steward This System
1. Power Literacy
Power literacy is the ability to see, name, and work with power as it actually operates through:
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relationships
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identity
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credibility...
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Essays on human systems, leadership, organizational design, and the future of work. For people who believe better workplaces begin with better thinking.
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