Wiki source code of The Best Workplace - Our Vision
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| 1 | == Why? == | ||
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| 3 | The world is now changing at a rate at which the basic systems, structures, and cultures built over the past century cannot keep up with. | ||
| 4 | We have the opportunity, to create a mindset where there is a new sense of optimism, mission accomplishment, and accountability | ||
| 5 | This will help us meet our immediate goals and better position us to deal with the challenges of the twenty-first century | ||
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| 7 | //We cannot miss this opportunity.// | ||
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| 9 | Source: [[Accelerate! The Evolution of the 21st Century Organization (John Kotter)>>url:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pc7EVXnF2aI]] | ||
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| 13 | In our rapidly evolving world, organizations stand at a crucial crossroads. They have the option to choose a stringent, algorithm-guided framework | ||
| 14 | or to embrace a flexible, decentralized model that acknowledges the distinct contributions of each employee. | ||
| 15 | But how? How to change the systems we’ve worked so hard to build for generations? | ||
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| 17 | //The answer begins simply with: we need to choose.// | ||
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| 19 | Source: [[The Song of Significance (Seth Godin)>>url:https://shipdf.com/book/the-song-of-significance-by-seth-godin/]] | ||
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| 23 | = //The Best Workplace Blueprint// = | ||
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| 25 | //Combines Agile, Lean, User-Centered Design, and modern leadership principles in a holistic collaboration model// | ||
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| 28 | == We Engage with Our Users == | ||
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| 30 | * We are clear about who uses or is affected by our work; our users can be internal and external. | ||
| 31 | * We connect with users and empathize with them, listen to their needs, and learn from their insights. | ||
| 32 | * We consider the entire user journey, not just isolated interactions. | ||
| 33 | * We prioritize users’ needs over assumptions or organizational priorities. | ||
| 34 | * Our utmost priorities are users’ well-being, privacy, and needs. | ||
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| 37 | == We Build Networks of Empowered Teams == | ||
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| 39 | * Teams self-organize and wield decision-making power. | ||
| 40 | * Employees demonstrate entrepreneurial drive, taking ownership of team goals, decisions, and performance, and receiving due credit for their achievements. | ||
| 41 | * Networks of teams align around shared strategic goals with agreed priorities. | ||
| 42 | * We construct cross-functional teams, assembling diverse talents to fulfill the team’s mission. | ||
| 43 | * We build connections and relationships with other teams and individuals. | ||
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| 46 | == We Work in Iterations == | ||
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| 48 | * We operate in iterative cycles, allowing us to make early adjustments and minimize the risk and impact of errors. | ||
| 49 | * We regularly engage with users through early and frequent feedback loops. | ||
| 50 | * We embed quality into every increment, preventing costly delays, rework, and defect fixes. | ||
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| 53 | == We Are Visionary Leaders and Enablers == | ||
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| 55 | * Leaders provide and align vision and strategy, inspiring, energizing, and coaching our teams. | ||
| 56 | * Leaders create an enabling environment, removing impediments and empowering individuals and teams to self-organize. | ||
| 57 | * Leaders provide psychological safety, viewing failure and mistakes as opportunities for continuous growth and learning. | ||
| 58 | * Leaders “Go to Gemba”: They actively observe how people work to create value, engaging to learn, coach, and support. | ||
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| 61 | == We Foster Change == | ||
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| 63 | * We create environments that encourage experimentation and hypothesis exploration. | ||
| 64 | * We embrace changes grounded in evidence and tested hypotheses. | ||
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| 67 | == We Practice Transparency and Build Trust == | ||
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| 69 | * We actively share information with our leaders, employees, colleagues, and other teams and departments. | ||
| 70 | * We proactively communicate about the fulfillment of our promises and commitments. | ||
| 71 | * We openly discuss our progress, as well as any setbacks. | ||
| 72 | * We are honest about our deficits and actively seek areas for improvement. | ||
| 73 | ))) |