Summary
Our teams are living through unprecedented times. With the weight of everything unfolding around us, it’s easy to feel that our work is inconsequential. However, DesignOps teams have more power to influence change than we realize. In this session, we’ll discuss how the small decisions we make every day impact our teams, our companies and our communities. We’ll take a look at how our operations can empower teams to operate with a greater sense of purpose.
Key Insights
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Onboarding significantly impacts an employee's trajectory in a company.
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Finding a greater purpose in work leads to better performance and fulfillment.
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Mental health and open communication about well-being are crucial in remote work environments.
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Employees are more likely to follow hygiene practices if linked to a service-oriented purpose.
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Continuous learning opportunities increase employee retention and engagement.
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Mentorship during onboarding helps new hires connect and feel supported.
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Flexibility in work schedules allows employees to pursue personal growth without burnout.
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Creating an environment where sharing vulnerabilities is encouraged strengthens team bonds.
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Celebrating individual efforts, not just wins, fosters a supportive culture.
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Healthy communication between managers and employees enhances workplace relationships.
Notable Quotes
"The crisis of purpose is something many of us are grappling with due to the weight of everything happening around us."
"I see the difference in how I perform when I'm connected to a greater purpose."
"My whole grad school experience was about legitimizing what I was doing."
"According to Harvard, people with a higher sense of purpose are more likely to remain physically healthy as they age."
"Connecting habits to service-oriented purposes inspires better behavior among teams."
"It's hard to do a great job at work when you’re feeling impending doom or extreme loneliness."
"It's important to make opportunities for one-on-one conversations, especially in remote work."
"We're trying to model the healthy behaviors we want to see, including taking care of mental health."
"Empathy and flexibility are key to supporting each other, especially now."
"If your purpose is just getting through, that’s okay. That's a legitimate purpose."
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