If you could only use 1 hashtag, which would you pick?

All, Teams

Mine would be…#PEOPLEprocesstoolsI believe this might be unique to me on LinkedIn, so perhaps I should patent this. 🤣I often breakdown projects and change initiatives into these 3 categories.Others have combined these 3 words, BUT my hashtag shows the one that’s most...

Quick check on innovation and risk taking.

All, Leadership

A recent study by PWC highlights a critical gap in many workplaces between leadership and employees perceptions.Key findings:Employees: My manager supports small-scale failures (35%)CEO: Our managers support small-scale failures (46%)Employees: My manager encourages...

How do you feel when you reach out to someone and don’t hear back?

All, Culture

The topic of this week’s Matrix Technologies, Inc. Fundamental of the Week is BE A FANATIC ABOUT RESPONSE TIME.✅ Get back to people’s messages quickly✅ At least respond to confirm you got the message✅ Let them know when you will be able to fully respond,...

Organizations don’t change behavior, people do.

All, Change Management

The following highlights an article by Bain, Inc. from Nov 2022.In an article from Bain & Company in November 2022, they explain how to make changes in an organization in a simple way:✅ Identify Important Behaviors. Find a few key behaviors that really matter for...

Do your plans have rose colored glasses?

All, Projects

Today’s focus is on the art of realistic planning. It’s easy to get caught up in overly optimistic visions, so let’s get real:✅ Expect the Unexpected.‼️ Plans are guidelines, not gospel. Be ready for curveballs. Markets shift, people change, and unforeseen...

Online Interview Success: Do’s and Don’ts

All, Job Seekers

Ready to ace your virtual interview? Check out these essential do’s and don’ts:Do’s:✅ Test your equipment and platform in advance for smooth sailing.✅ Opt for a tidy, well-lit backdrop or a suitable virtual background.✅ Familiarize yourself with...

Make commitments realistic so you can live up to them.

All, Culture, Leadership

The Matrix Technologies, Inc. Fundamental #15 reminds us to HONOR OUR COMMITMENTS.When you tell people you will do something, make sure:✅ You can do it✅ The timing is realistic✅ You have what you need to do itAnd then JUST DO IT!

The Unsung Heroes of Change: Change Sponsors

All, Change Management

In today’s fast-paced business landscape, organizational change is inevitable. Change Sponsors play a pivotal role in ensuring these transformations are not only initiated but also successfully embraced and sustained.The Key Responsibilities of Change Sponsors:🧩...

“You’ll probably need to communicate far more often than you think you should. In our experience, leaders generally need to double or triple their pace of strategic messaging.” Harvard Business Review.

All, Change Management

This is from an article about managing change, but I believe it’s a universal truth in business.We need to communicate more often and more effectively.What do you think?

Considering a transformational change for your business? Is your leadership team ready?

All, Change Management

Transformational change in an organization often requires strong leadership with specific characteristics to successfully guide the organization through the process. Here are some of the most important leadership characteristics for transformational change:🎯 Visionary...