Summary
What's today's theme all about, and what does it mean for DesignOps professionals? Theme leader Kristin Skinner will provide you the background you'll need for how today's sessions came to be and what they'll cover. She'll also gently provoke you with questions to consider throughout the day.
Key Insights
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Resilience in design operations teams is essential for adapting to change.
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Teamwork enhances effectiveness; teamwork truly makes the dream work.
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Engagement and open dialogue within the community are vital for growth and learning.
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Establishing metrics is crucial for measuring team health and success.
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Sustainability and flexibility are key tactics amid constant change.
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Developing a sense of purpose and meaning in work enhances motivation.
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Caring for team members fosters a supportive and productive environment.
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Reflective questioning can guide teams in addressing challenges and stresses.
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Sharing learnings and insights can lead to greater collective success.
Notable Quotes
"There's a massive thank you to yesterday's speakers for dropping so much knowledge."
"Do you remember that teamwork makes the dream work?"
"Today's talks will reflect on how to maintain resilience and team health."
"How might your team maintain its resilience through constant change?"
"What are some tactics to keep our work sustainable and flexible?"
"How do we define success and ensure that our work has purpose?"
"I thought I'd share something which might be relevant for all of us today."
"One of the hallmarks of a healthy team is how well members feel cared for."
"You all care deeply about your teams. Thank you."
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