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Version 78.1 by Robert Schaub on 2024/03/09 13:33
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1 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.
2 We have the opportunity, to create a mindset where there is a new sense of optimism, mission accomplishment, and accountability.
3 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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5 //We cannot miss this opportunity.//
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7 Source: [[Accelerate! The Evolution of the 21st Century Organization (John Kotter)>>url:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pc7EVXnF2aI]]
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11 In our rapidly evolving world, organizations stand at a crucial crossroads. They have the option to choose a stringent, algorithm-guided framework
12 or to embrace a flexible, decentralized model that acknowledges the distinct contributions of each employee.
13 But how? How to change the systems we’ve worked so hard to build for generations?
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15 //The answer begins simply with: we need to choose.//
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17 Source: [[The Song of Significance (Seth Godin)>>url:https://shipdf.com/book/the-song-of-significance-by-seth-godin/]]
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22 = //The Best Workplace Blueprint// =
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24 //Combines Agile, Lean, User-Centered Design, and modern leadership principles in a holistic collaboration model//
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27 == We Engage with Our Users ==
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29 * We are clear about who uses or is affected by our work; our users can be internal and external.
30 * We connect with users and empathize with them, listen to their needs, and learn from their insights.
31 * We consider the entire user journey, not just isolated interactions.
32 * We prioritize users’ needs over assumptions or organizational priorities.
33 * Our utmost priorities are users’ well-being, privacy, and needs.
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36 == We Build Networks of Empowered Teams ==
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38 * Teams self-organize and wield decision-making power.
39 * Employees demonstrate entrepreneurial drive, taking ownership of team goals, decisions, and performance, and receiving due credit for their achievements.
40 * Networks of teams align around shared strategic goals with agreed priorities.
41 * We construct cross-functional teams, assembling diverse talents to fulfill the team’s mission.
42 * We build connections and relationships with other teams and individuals.
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45 == We Work in Iterations ==
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47 * We operate in iterative cycles, allowing us to make early adjustments and minimize the risk and impact of errors.
48 * We regularly engage with users through early and frequent feedback loops.
49 * We embed quality into every increment, preventing costly delays, rework, and defect fixes.
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52 == We Are Visionary Leaders and Enablers ==
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54 * Leaders provide and align vision and strategy, inspiring, energizing, and coaching our teams.
55 * Leaders create an enabling environment, removing impediments and empowering individuals and teams to self-organize.
56 * Leaders provide psychological safety, viewing failure and mistakes as opportunities for continuous growth and learning.
57 * Leaders “Go to Gemba”: They actively observe how people work to create value, engaging to learn, coach, and support.
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60 == We Foster Change ==
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62 * We create environments that encourage experimentation and hypothesis exploration.
63 * We embrace changes grounded in evidence and tested hypotheses.
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66 == We Practice Transparency and Build Trust ==
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68 * We actively share information with our leaders, employees, colleagues, and other teams and departments.
69 * We proactively communicate about the fulfillment of our promises and commitments.
70 * We openly discuss our progress, as well as any setbacks.
71 * We are honest about our deficits and actively seek areas for improvement.
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