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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Resilient design ops teams require intentional strategies to navigate constant change effectively.
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Measuring team health involves selecting specific metrics that reflect both practice and organizational wellness.
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Sustainability and flexibility in workflows are critical to adapt through evolving environments.
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Generosity in leadership fosters a culture where team members feel cared for and supported.
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Remote teams face unique challenges in maintaining focus and motivation, demanding deliberate tactics.
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Reflective questioning, such as how to maintain resilience, helps guide lasting team success.
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Sharing learned lessons across teams improves collective success and organizational health.
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A healthy team culture is marked by members feeling comfortable and cared for, leading to greater contribution.
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Community engagement, like Slack discussions, is vital for continuous knowledge sharing and support.
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Personal vulnerability and connection from leaders strengthen team cohesion and empathy.
Notable Quotes
"Teamwork makes the dream work."
"How might your team maintain its resilience through constant change?"
"What are some of the metrics that you'll use to measure the health of your teams?"
"How do we keep ourselves and our teams focused and motivated, especially from afar?"
"One of the hallmarks of a healthy team is how well team members feel cared for so they can shine."
"I don't actually like to be in the spotlight. I much prefer to shine a light on others."
"Sharing knowledge and references is what I love about this community."
"Sustainable and flexible work tactics help us navigate constant change better."
"Your sense of sustainable may have changed for you and your teams this year."
"There’s something about you that makes people feel comfortable and cared about."
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