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If You Can’t Be a Bridge, Be a Lighthouse

The Engineering Leader • 79 implied HN points • 27 Oct 24
💼 Business Leadership Management Communication Team Building Organizational Change
  1. Being a lighthouse means providing guidance and clarity when things are uncertain. Just like a lighthouse helps ships find their way, leaders should offer support to their teams during tough times.
  2. Leaders should empower their teams by encouraging autonomy and trust. This builds confidence and helps team members feel respected and capable in their roles.
  3. Consistency and integrity are key traits of a good leader. Like a lighthouse that shines every night, leaders should align their words and actions to build trust with their teams.

The Future of Work.

The Future Does Not Fit In The Containers Of The Past • 58 implied HN points • 26 Jan 25
💼 Business Future work Leadership Organizational Change
  1. Many companies will hire fewer full-time employees as they turn to AI and flexible job markets. This means more people might work part-time or freelance in the future.
  2. The number of new businesses is on the rise due to technology making it easier to start a company. This year alone, there could be about 6 million new firms in the US.
  3. Where people work is becoming less important than how companies interact with their employees. It's critical to focus on creating personalized work experiences rather than forcing everyone back to traditional office settings.

It's not enough to be right

Pedram's Data Based • 31 implied HN points • 04 Dec 24
💼 Business Career growth Organizational Change Leadership skills Workplace dynamics Effectiveness
  1. Being right is important, but it's not enough to make meaningful changes in an organization. You need to focus on effectiveness and how your ideas help the business.
  2. Career growth is about understanding the needs of the organization and showing how you can make a bigger impact. Instead of just seeking promotion, think about why the organization would promote you.
  3. Ownership is about being responsible for the success of projects, not just delegating tasks. Building trust and influence is key, as soft skills often matter just as much as technical skills.

A new strategy doesn't always have a happy ending

Ruben Ugarte's Growth Needle™ • 39 implied HN points • 07 May 24
💼 Business Strategy Leadership Decision-making Emotional Intelligence Organizational Change
  1. Starting a new strategy can be hard because it involves making tough emotional choices, not just doing more work.
  2. Leaders may need to make difficult decisions, like letting people go or stopping projects that aren't working, which can be challenging.
  3. Being honest among team members is really important to deal with these emotional decisions effectively.

They're Lying To You About AI Agents

Theology • 29 implied HN points • 30 Jan 25
🕹 Technology AI Digital Transformation Organizational Change Automation
  1. Businesses need to understand their own processes before using AI. If they don't know how things work, they can't expect AI to help them effectively.
  2. Using many different AI agents can make things more complicated, not easier. It could create a messy system that is hard to manage.
  3. AI agents can't replace human intuition or creativity. They follow strict rules and won't come up with new ideas or solutions.
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Don't ignore the neon signs in your organization

Ruben Ugarte's Growth Needle™ • 59 implied HN points • 19 Mar 24
💼 Business Management Strategy Organizational Change Leadership Business Growth
  1. It's important to notice when something isn't working in your organization. Ignoring these signs can prevent progress and improvement.
  2. Sometimes organizations stick to a plan just because they believe hard work will eventually pay off. This can lead to repeated failures instead of trying new approaches.
  3. Listening to small, offhand comments can reveal bigger problems. These 'neon signs' can show the need for a change in strategy or direction.

A Tentative Manifesto for Future of Organizations —1

Pluriversal Planet • 137 implied HN points • 10 Jun 23
💼 Business Organizational Change Sustainability Technology
  1. Organizations need to shift away from destructive norms and create positive narratives for the future.
  2. Wayfinders are organizations that operate from life-affirming paradigms and prioritize the well-being of all sentient beings.
  3. Technology should be wisely deployed to facilitate organizations in becoming more eco-centric and learning from nature.

Make Your Future a Little Less Uncertain

Ruben Ugarte's Growth Needle™ • 39 implied HN points • 30 Jan 24
💼 Business Strategy Management Leadership Organizational Change Decision-making
  1. Success can come with unexpected challenges, which can be hard to talk about. It's important to recognize and address these challenges as they arise.
  2. Changes in society, like those seen during the pandemic, can really impact how organizations connect with their clients. Adapting communication methods is crucial for effective outreach.
  3. Issues like inflation and increased stress in people's lives can lead to more divorces and conflicts. Organizations need to be ready to support their clients through these tough times.

Time Scales of UX: From 0.1 Seconds to 100 Years

Jakob Nielsen on UX • 50 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24
🕹 Technology User Experience Web Design AI Organizational Change Data Management
  1. User experience is not a place or thing, but it unfolds over time.
  2. The time scales in UX range from 0.1 seconds to 100 years, with a huge variability.
  3. Design decisions in UX can impact events that last from a fraction of a second to a century, requiring a broad perspective and high IQ to navigate effectively.

Analytics Engineering (NOT DBT!) 101

Three Data Point Thursday • 39 implied HN points • 14 Sep 23
🕹 Technology Data Analytics Cyber Security AI Organizational Change
  1. Cyber security is evolving due to personalized threats; data-driven security is critical.
  2. Synthetic video presenters are emerging as a trend with growth potential in various sectors.
  3. Analytics engineering involves bridging the gap between data analytics and engineering through organizational change.
  4. Companies need to consider upskilling analysts or hiring analytics engineers to streamline data flow.

Here's Some Bad Advice

The Radar • 19 implied HN points • 11 Jan 24
💼 Business Leadership Workplace culture Management Organizational Change Professional development
  1. Cutting-edge research advice for leaders may not always be practical or helpful. It's important to evaluate the source of the advice and its applicability to real-world situations.
  2. Individual managers should be cautious about unilaterally trying to change organizational norms regarding work-life balance. The impact on performance, reputation, and career progression should be considered.
  3. To achieve a better work-life balance, leaders should focus on influencing organizational practices, setting examples, and supporting their teams in maintaining healthy boundaries.

That can't be done/we are already doing that

Sunday Letters • 59 implied HN points • 23 Jan 23
💼 Business Organizational Change Culture Leadership Innovation Mindset
  1. Organizational culture is hard to change once a group gets big. After a certain point, it's tough for new people to make an impact.
  2. When new ideas come up, they often get rejected or downplayed because of the existing culture. People might say 'that can't be done' or 'we are already doing that' instead of considering the new idea.
  3. To encourage new ideas, it helps to adopt a 'yes, and' mindset. This means instead of rejecting ideas, you build on them to see how they can fit together.

Data is a Road Trip...

CAUSL Effect • 0 implied HN points • 29 Apr 24
💼 Business Data Strategy Organizational Change Decision-making
  1. Data should be seen as a journey, not just a goal to reach. This way, people can focus on enjoying and learning along the way.
  2. Instead of stressing about a final deadline, it's better to plan for stops and decisions at different points. This makes the process more flexible and engaging.
  3. Having a clear understanding of each checkpoint helps everyone involved know when and where to participate, creating better communication and teamwork.

Digitally Transformed: Becoming a Technology Product Company

realkinetic • 0 implied HN points • 05 Feb 20
💼 Business Digital Transformation IT Management Product Development Organizational Change Software Development
  1. Many established businesses are striving to transform into technology companies through digital transformation, but face challenges such as low throughput and quality issues.
  2. The key to successful digital transformation lies in shifting organizational culture to become technology product companies where empowered product teams work towards a shared vision.
  3. Focusing on vision, strategy, and empowering product teams is crucial for companies to effectively scale throughput and quality, rather than being caught up in tactical responses or inefficient processes.

Are you the limiting factor in your strategy?

Ruben Ugarte's Growth Needle™ • 0 implied HN points • 21 May 24
💼 Business Management Strategy Leadership Coaching Organizational Change
  1. Assess if your skills are holding your organization back. It’s good to reflect on whether you are the reason for slow growth.
  2. New strategies need new skills. Leaders must find ways to learn or adapt, so their team can succeed.
  3. Act quickly if you see signs of stagnation. Options like coaching or role changes can help the organization move forward.

How to Drive Meaningful Change - Establish credibility

Joseph Gefroh • 0 implied HN points • 02 Mar 24
💼 Business Leadership Organizational Change Credibility Relationship building Management
  1. Establishing credibility is crucial for driving meaningful change in an organization. Credibility is built on proven competence, integrity, and relationships.
  2. Having a track record of delivering results is essential for gaining credibility. Start small, show competence, and build trust over time.
  3. Building relationships by supporting others is key to establishing credibility. Help others achieve their goals and earn their trust before asking for favors.