California’s Silicon Valley is undergoing an interesting metamorphosis. This is not unexpected. Simply stated, as companies emerge, they go through their own growing pains. What starts out as a small fast-paced group of dedicated entrepreneurs eventually reaches a point when the organization must become more structured to survive. Enter the dreaded “B” word. Yes, bureaucracy. Actually, bureaucracy is not all bad. It does allow a company to move forward in a systematic way that protects the company’s interests. What casts the shadow of ill-will over bureaucracy is the way in which managers often abuse its basic tenants. Professional manager, educator, writer and public speaker, David Lindo provides eight measures. I’ve taken them and added my own comments.

Ask yourself where you come down on these basic bureaucracy do’s and don’ts. Your answer may be very enlightening to you.