Processes: A series of actions, changes, or functions bringing about a result.[i] Markets move to the most efficient processes. And, organizations move to the most effective processes. The difference? Market efficiency means moving to supply/demand processes where things can be done more quickly and at least cost. Organizational effectiveness means developing the ‘right’ internal processes …
Virtual Brand U teams sidestep matrix and hierarchal organizations. They’re confusing because of unknown relationships and new expectations. Virtual teaming is still new with many questions, such as the following: What are behavioral protocols or rules among virtual teams? Who does what, where, and when? Who conducts the work? Who authorizes resources and how is …
The Gallup Organization discovered workers in the best workplaces gave a strong ‘yes’ answer to the following questions: Do I know what is expected of me? Do I have the materials and equipment I need to do my work right? Do I have the opportunity to do what I do best every day? In the …
Do you work for a great Brand U organization? What makes it a great organization? If not, what do you want changed in your organization to make it great? Does management in your organization believe that people are its most important asset? Do you believe that people in your organization are its most important asset? …
Virtual Brand U teams sidestep matrix and hierarchal organizations. They’re confusing because of unknown relationships and new expectations. Virtual teaming is still new with many questions, such as the following: What are behavioral protocols or rules among virtual teams? Who does what, where, and when? Who conducts the work? Who authorizes resources and how is …
“Why am I doing this?” “Too many meetings.” “We don’t have time for this stuff.” “We have no help.” “This stuff isn’t relevant.” “They’re not walking the talk!” “This stuff is …” “This sucks.” “Why am I doing this again?” “This stuff isn’t working.” “They’re acting like a cult.” “My boss is a moron.” …
The virtual team is a project team of Brand U’s that delivers products or services to customers with the external appearance of a single company. A core group usually originates the idea and pulls resources together to actualize the idea. Examples of virtual organizations include special project teams, telecommuting teams, supplier partnerships, global consulting organizations, …
The traditional work ethic implied work was static. A person went to the same place to work each day, had the same duties, had the same boss, and had the same customers. The Brand U workplace can be at home or in an automobile. Duties change depending on customer requirements of the moment. Brand U …
Brand U teaming is taking over business. In more organizations, empowerment and teaming are evolving into workplace religions. You can’t escape empowerment, which may involve self-managed teams, work accountability, or group problem solving. Often, your ability to work as part of a group is a condition of employment. But, teaming can have a dark side. …
Examples of successful Brand U teams are often found in sports and music. For example, a winning football team is an assemblage of Brand U, each of whom has a specific function. Some players may be superstars. However, the winning football team usually has everyone subordinating personal glory to team success. The coach shapes team …