Category: Adaptive Teaming
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Choosing Trust: Seven Practices to Overcome Workplace Politics
In any workplace, the choice between engaging in politics or building trust is ever-present. It’s a choice that can define not just your career but the overall health of the work environment. While workplace politics might seem like an inevitable aspect of professional life, it’s important to recognize that this is not the only option.…
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The Business Case for Treating People Well
In a recent conversation with a CEO friend, I found myself explaining some of the fundamental principles of self-management. We discussed the benefits of pushing decision-making down to the front lines, using role descriptions instead of rigid job titles, and creating space for continuous learning and reflection. As I laid out these ideas, my friend,…
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Distributing Decision-Making: The Road to True Empowerment
I was talking with a friend and former colleague recently who is in an executive role at a manufacturing company. I asked him what some of his biggest organizational challenges were, and he said he was having the most trouble with empowering people to make decisions. It wasn’t because he was unable or unwilling to…
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From Silos to Synergy: Creating a Cohesive Work Environment
Breaking down organizational silos is a crucial step toward enhancing productivity, fostering innovation, and creating a cohesive work environment. My journey in various organizations, particularly during my time as interim CTO at Wikimedia Foundation, has shown me firsthand the challenges and rewards of transforming siloed teams into synergistic units. Understanding Organizational Silos Organizational silos are…
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Adaptive Teaming: Transforming Team Dynamics for Innovation and Impact
Your team has successfully released your minimum viable product (MVP) – it’s time to celebrate! But as the celebration winds down, it’s crucial to start planning how to push your product into production while continuing to innovate and build the next version. With your idea resonating in the market, other companies are entering the same…