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As I reflect on 2023, it's been a year of substantial changes, both personally and professionally. Changing jobs has opened new doors and brought fresh perspectives, providing the perfect catalyst for growth. Working with diverse industries has been an exciting journey, broadening my skills and enriching my experience. Embracing change has also meant diving into new advertising platforms, a learning curve that's been both challenging and rewarding. I prefer steering clear of the term "New Year's Resolution" as it tends to create unnecessary pressure on perfection. Instead, I find setting quarterly goals more practical. Here are a few targets I've set for Q1 2024: ✨ Master GA4 and Google Tag Manager for a profound understanding. ✨ Devote at least 15 minutes each morning to plan out my day. ✨ Create a habit of reading a minimum of 10 pages from a book daily. The RBOA team is ready for 2024 and I am excited about embracing new learning opportunities this quarter! Who else is pursuing goals this quarter? I may or may not be looking for more ideas!

They say the camera adds 10 lbs, but what they don't tell you, is that it also adds 10 years' 😲 Research by the Centre for Evidence Based Management (CEMBa) in the Netherlands, found Team Cohesion to be the most influential of the Five Elements they observed that consistently drove high performance. Team Cohesion is the extent to which team members stick together and remain united in the pursuit of a common goal. Interested to hear what your experience of this is in your own working / sporting lives? #highperformingteams #highperformingcultures #CEMBa #FiveElements #TeamCohesion #culturechange #culturetransformation #highperformance

Since the NZ Herald article last week, there's been a lot of interest in the changes at PaperKite that led to us winning an award for how we care for our people. At PaperKite our product is our people. Creating an environment where our people can be their very best is our highest priority. The health and wellbeing of our people is a big part of this. We put together a short video talking about our belief in what’s better for people is better for business.  https://lnkd.in/ghUn9UXd The award is recognition and validation of many changes we’ve implemented at PaperKite including: ➧ More compassionate sick leave policies ➧ Improved wages for support teams and suppliers ➧ A dual leadership approach with coaches and discipline leads ➧ Adopting best practices from product management and agile methodologies ➧ Performance reviews that feel like celebrations ➧ Transparent remuneration and reward calculations Pri shared more about how we look after our people here: https://lnkd.in/gTUw3fvA More than happy to connect if you have questions, or if you are on a similar journey and have stories to share. The NZ Herald article that obviously reached a big audience: https://lnkd.in/gkkEXZZ5 More details about the award win are on the Southern Cross website - https://lnkd.in/gfMimFMY #Wellbeing #WellbeingAtWork #Leadership #BusinessAwards #WayFinderAwards #SouthernCross #BetterForPeopleBetterForBusiness

So apparently someone else chose to visit Silverstone today to make some important announcements but that wasn’t the real meeting of the day at Silverstone Park The most important meeting of the day was undoubtedly that with myself, Stephen Watts (Managing Partner TC Group Northants/Milton Keynes/Leicestershire) and Pim van Baarsen (CEO Silverstone Technology Cluster STC). A meeting to discuss TC Group’s strategic decision to become members of the STC and very much to complement my role as a long standing ambassador and advocate of the cluster. We discussed how we can work with Pim and the STC Team over the coming weeks, months and years on a variety of topics with clear synergies between our two organisations. With subject matters discussed around key areas such as support, investment, succession and thought leadership. With a real focus on how we can work together to deliver more for the cluster, its members and certainly some of our clients at TC Group. There was certainly lots to takeaway from said meeting so watch this space for updates as we look to build this relationship. #support #opportunities #colloboration #community #cluster #innovation

CAVU International approach to Operational Excellence is based on the balance between three critical components: Equipment & Tools, Technical Knowledge, and Human Performance Competencies. While many organizations focus heavily on tools and technical expertise, human performance often gets overlooked. That's where CAVU comes in -- We work to strengthen this critical aspect, empowering teams to not just perform, but excel in high-risk, high-consequence environments. #OperationalExcellence #HumanPerformance #CAVU #LeadershipDevelopment #MSTSAsia

From Farm to Future: Bridging the Divide with Tech I'm thrilled that my vision for bridging the rural-urban divide using tech landed me among the top 7 entries in the prestigious IIM competition! 5000+ talented minds participated, and my mobile app-based soil testing device stood out. This innovation empowers farmers with accurate yield maps, allowing them to: Precisely recommend and apply inputs based on soil fertility, crop needs, and goals. Boost average productivity by 20-30%. Increase household income by 25-35%. This experience wasn't just about building a device; it was about understanding the entire business ecosystem – from ideation to launch. From ideation to market readiness, every step was a valuable lesson. This journey wouldn't have been possible without: The incredible platform provided by Indian Institute of Management, Sirmaur & iimjobs.com Dr. Vasant V. Bang inspiring DAILEx marketing workshop, where the initial spark ignited. Dr. Ashish Goel and Urvashi Rathod invaluable mentoring and guidance. #businesscompetition #iim #socialimpact #changemakers #EPOCHChallenge #innovation

The Market Research Society (MRS) Oppies Awards celebrate the best and brightest in our field, and the deadline to submit your entries, the 29th of May, is approaching fast! These awards put a well-deserved spotlight on the game-changers driving innovation and uncovering vital insights. If you've been part of something amazing, now's your chance to get that recognition. 🏆 At Potentia, we're thrilled to be the Principal Sponsor, and this year, there are two brand new categories, meaning more chances than ever to showcase your work! 🤩 Check out the link in the comments for all the details on how to submit your award-worthy entries AND our announcement article with the MRS. #oppies2024 #operationsawards #marketresearch #mrx

#snsdesignthinkers #snsinstitutions #snsdesignthinking I am thrilled to share my recent experience participating in the prestigious Srijana 2024 event hosted by PSG Institute of Management. As a participant in this inter-college competition, I had the opportunity to showcase my skills, learn from peers, and push the boundaries of my potential. Allow me to reflect on this enriching journey and the valuable lessons it imparted. Embracing Collaboration and Teamwork: One of the highlights of my participation in Srijana 2024 was the chance to collaborate with a diverse team of talented individuals from different backgrounds and disciplines. Together, we navigated through challenges, shared insights, and leveraged each other's strengths to deliver innovative solutions. This experience reinforced the importance of teamwork and taught me the value of collaboration in achieving shared goals. Cultivating Creativity and Innovation: Srijana 2024 provided a platform for participants to unleash their creativity and innovative thinking. Through various competitions and challenges, I was inspired to think outside the box, explore unconventional ideas, and push the boundaries of traditional thinking. This experience ignited my passion for innovation and reaffirmed the belief that creativity is the cornerstone of progress and success. Learning and Growth: Above all, my participation in Srijana 2024 was a journey of continuous learning and growth. From gaining insights into emerging trends and industry best practices to receiving feedback from esteemed judges and mentors, every moment was a valuable opportunity for personal and professional development. I emerged from this experience with newfound knowledge, skills, and perspectives that will undoubtedly shape my future endeavors.

🏆 The Benefits of Friendly Competition: What We Learned from Our Team Event!🏆 Recently, our team got together for a day of friendly competition, and it taught us a lot about working together. Here's what we found out: 1️⃣ Stay Focused: When we're competing, we pay more attention and try harder. This helps us do better in both the competition and our regular work. 2️⃣ Be Friends: Even though we're competing, we still support each other. Cheering for our teammates and celebrating their wins makes us feel like a stronger team. 3️⃣ Learn and Grow: Competition pushes us to do our best, even when it's tough. When we win, it feels great, but even when we don't, we learn something new that helps us get better next time. 4️⃣ Feel Good: Competing is exciting! It makes us happy and boosts our energy. That positive feeling sticks around and makes our workdays better too. 5️⃣ Work Together: Through competition, we get to know each other better. We learn what we're good at and where we can help each other, making us a stronger team overall. Overall, our team event showed us that friendly competition isn't just about winning—it's about working together, having fun, and becoming better colleagues. Yashnar Sattarov Mukhlisa Makhkamova Umida Ismailova #AKFAGroup #Teamwork #FriendlyCompetition #TeamBuilding #WorkTogether