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TBM 277: Bring Back Fun

The Beautiful Mess • 1236 implied HN points • 12 Mar 24
💼 Business Work Culture Tech industry Company dynamics Productivity Teamwork
  1. Working with interesting people in a fun environment can make solving challenging problems exciting and rewarding.
  2. Many people in product making industries find joy in solving fun problems with diverse and engaging teams.
  3. The current tech landscape is becoming more serious and competitive, with a focus on efficiency, but there is a strong desire to bring back fun, creativity, and collaboration in workplaces.

How You Know They Mean It

The Radar • 19 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24
💼 Business Company Values Employee engagement Work Culture
  1. Genuine companies believe in and practice their values because it's the right thing to do, not just for business interests.
  2. One way to distinguish between fake and true believers in company values is to see how they treat people who can't benefit them financially.
  3. Value systems play a significant role in a company's success, impacting employee engagement and ultimately financial performance.
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Teams are more than just a collection of the best talent

Klement on Investing • 2 implied HN points • 04 Mar 24
💼 Business Diversity Team performance Emotional Intelligence Work Culture
  1. Teams should not be selected solely based on individual talent, but on their ability to work collectively.
  2. Research shows that emotional intelligence, equal speaking behavior within a team, and gender balance all contribute to higher team performance.
  3. For businesses to succeed, it is essential to value team collaboration over individual performance and to prioritize hiring practices that reward team players.

Living Evil: How North Americas Greatest Esports Brand Became A Nightmare

Richard Lewis • 1 HN point • 25 Apr 23
🎾 Sports Esports Management Work Culture Acquisition Brand
  1. Evil Geniuses faced financial struggles under new ownership, leading to a decline in performance and brand reputation.
  2. The takeover by Peak6 brought in new management, leading to a shift in company culture and a focus on rebranding.
  3. Former and current employees reported negative experiences, citing a lack of care for staff well-being and a culture of intimidation.

The Jelly of the Month Club

The Radar • 0 implied HN points • 28 Dec 23
💼 Business Leadership Work Culture Organizational Behavior
  1. Recognize and reward employees with monetary gestures instead of empty symbols like donuts, t-shirts, or pizza parties.
  2. Employees deserve fair recognition and appreciation for their contributions to the company.
  3. By properly acknowledging employees' efforts and value, companies can increase job satisfaction, reduce turnover costs, and boost overall performance.

Personal Memoirs of a Silicon Valley Tech Whore: Part 3

Noematic Ruminations • 0 implied HN points • 21 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Startups Tech industry Work Culture Software Development
  1. The author faced challenges dealing with inappropriate behavior and micromanagement in the workplace.
  2. Facing personal attacks and project sabotage can result in significant emotional distress and professional repercussions.
  3. Handling difficult situations with toxic colleagues and supervisors can ultimately lead to making tough decisions like leaving the job.