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Version 66.1 by Robert Schaub on 2024/03/09 12:25
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1 In a rapidly changing world, organizations have a choice between a tightly controlled, algorithmically managed structure,
2 or a flexible, decentralized model that values each employee’s contribution.
3 The key is simple yet profound: we must choose.
4 Sources: [[Accelerate! The Evolution of the 21st Century Organization (John Kotter>>url:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pc7EVXnF2aI]] and [[The Song of Significance (Seth Godin)>>url:https://shipdf.com/book/the-song-of-significance-by-seth-godin/]]
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9 = //The Best Workplace Blueprint// =
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11 //Combines Agile, Lean, User-Centered Design, and modern leadership principles in a holistic collaboration model//
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14 == We Engage with Our Users ==
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16 * We are clear about who uses or is affected by our work; our users can be internal and external.
17 * We connect with users and empathize with them, listen to their needs, and learn from their insights.
18 * We consider the entire user journey, not just isolated interactions.
19 * We prioritize users’ needs over assumptions or organizational priorities.
20 * Our utmost priorities are users’ well-being, privacy, and needs.
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23 == We Build Networks of Empowered Teams ==
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25 * Teams self-organize and wield decision-making power.
26 * Employees demonstrate entrepreneurial drive, taking ownership of team goals, decisions, and performance, and receiving due credit for their achievements.
27 * Networks of teams align around shared strategic goals with agreed priorities.
28 * We construct cross-functional teams, assembling diverse talents to fulfill the team’s mission.
29 * We build connections and relationships with other teams and individuals.
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32 == We Work in Iterations ==
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34 * We operate in iterative cycles, allowing us to make early adjustments and minimize the risk and impact of errors.
35 * We regularly engage with users through early and frequent feedback loops.
36 * We embed quality into every increment, preventing costly delays, rework, and defect fixes.
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39 == We Are Visionary Leaders and Enablers ==
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41 * Leaders provide and align vision and strategy, inspiring, energizing, and coaching our teams.
42 * Leaders create an enabling environment, removing impediments and empowering individuals and teams to self-organize.
43 * Leaders provide psychological safety, viewing failure and mistakes as opportunities for continuous growth and learning.
44 * Leaders “Go to Gemba”: They actively observe how people work to create value, engaging to learn, coach, and support.
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47 == We Foster Change ==
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49 * We create environments that encourage experimentation and hypothesis exploration.
50 * We embrace changes grounded in evidence and tested hypotheses.
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53 == We Practice Transparency and Build Trust ==
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55 * We actively share information with our leaders, employees, colleagues, and other teams and departments.
56 * We proactively communicate about the fulfillment of our promises and commitments.
57 * We openly discuss our progress, as well as any setbacks.
58 * We are honest about our deficits and actively seek areas for improvement.
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