Finding your one ‘big domino’

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Finding your one ‘big domino’

If you’re responsible for making a BIG change happen or someone who’s accountable for making your project succeed, then this may be the most important letter you’ll ever read. Let me explain…

You’re only one ‘Big Domino’ away

Throughout my years of working on projects like yours, I’ve come to realise one thing: in EVERY project, there’s always one ‘Big Domino’. One ‘big thing’ that, once identified, will totally transform your project.

And if you can find that one big domino and knock it down, EVERYTHING will change – and usually faster than you could imagine.

Take my experience in running the go-live-weekend project to launch a challenger bank. The project was a challenging one, that set out to build something unique and create a new brand in the marketplace. Right from when I took it on, I knew what the ‘Big Domino’ was and throughout lots of challenges and distractions I remained focused on it until, in less than 12 weeks, we launched the bank on the high street to great fanfare.

This would never have been so successful without focus on that ‘Big Domino’.

Another challenger bank approached me to do the same for them a couple of years later. Their ‘Big Domino’ was very different to the first project, but now they are flying and are looking to exponentially expand their business through a major brand acquisition – their business is transformed.

For another major client, a business unit approached me to transform their project and change management process and culture which just wasn’t quite clicking as it should – in just 8 weeks! Their Big Domino was part of their story.

I’ve got dozens of stories like these. Businesses who are massively changed because we found their Big Domino. They got serious, got focused and knocked it down.

Imagine what could happen if we found your ‘Big Domino’

Imagine how that could transform your project. You could double, triple or quadruple your chances of success. You could spend more time delivering high quality outcomes for the business – instead of firefighting problems. You could elevate your project to an exemplar template for future change in your business.

All by finding that ONE big domino.

But finding it can be hard. It can take months of trial and error or hundreds of thousands of pounds wasted on easily avoidable problems.

The good news is, I can find your ONE Big Domino for you… FOR FREE!

That’s right. Me. Working with you on YOUR project. For ONE WHOLE DAY. For FREE.

Actually getting to the answer of what your ‘Big Domino’ is that will help you transform your project. And massively increase your chances of getting it safely over the line, on time and on budget.

Does that sound like something you might want?

If it is, then I might be able to help you. BUT, there’s more to the story.

Getting amazing results and actually pulling this off is – like most things in life – harder than it looks!

Transforming your project will take time, effort and energy. For me to really help you, you will probably need to make some tough changes.

If you’re interested in that then here’s what I’ve got:

I’m creating a special programme called P.E.R.F.E.C.T that's limited to just TEN clients; (P.E.R.F.E.C.T stands for ‘Project Enhancement Review For Exemplar Change Teams’)
My entire focus will be on finding your ONE thing, perfecting it and then presenting it back to you
We’ll do this by spending ONE FULL DAY together – and by following up by email and phone as necessary
In between meetings, my team and I will create an action plan for you to knock down that one ‘Big Domino’

So you’ll come away with:

Total clarity on what you need
A crystal-clear road map of exactly how to get that as efficiently as possible (a prescription)
A detailed plan of how to bring your ‘prescription’ to life
A great weight off your shoulders, because your project will have a greatly increased chance of success!

The P.E.R.F.E.C.T programme is by invitation only. If you’re accepted, I can absolutely guarantee that you’ll be thrilled by the results. You’ll have one of the best Programme Managers in the country working on your project for a day.

But...

Before you apply let me be brutally honest with you. I’m in the business of selling Project Management Services and Professionals.

If what we find could benefit from new or different Project personnel or services, that’s what I’ll recommend. And I’ll provide a proposal to supply those people or services.

Of course, you’re under no obligation to take me up on the offer, and can choose to do with my proposal as you wish.

But at least you’ll know what your ‘Big Domino’ is.

Here’s how to apply

Click this link to schedule a call with me
During the 30 minute call, you can ask any questions you have and I can get the information I need to make the day a success
If we both think we’re a good match, I’ll schedule your FREE consulting day in the next few weeks on a day that suits us both

This opportunity is extremely limited because, well, there are only 10 spots available.

If you feel like this is right for you, click to apply and schedule the intro call before the 10 slots fill up and you miss out on this opportunity.

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"2025 and Beyond" Question and Answer session

26 Feb, 2024

Our webinar 2025 and Beyond: Why Your Hiring, Learning, and Culture Need to Evolve brought together thought leaders Enrique Rubio (Hacking HR), Lisa Skinner Källström (Teamtailor), and Hydrogen Group’s Dean Jennings and Michelle Miller. The conversation explored strategies used to tackle the challenges of the future workforce, shift organisational cultures towards lasting partnerships, and ensure teams are equipped for the age of artificial intelligence. _ The Q&A box was brimming! Our webinar offered participants the chance to consult our HR experts on addressing shifts in the people and culture realm as we approach 2024 and beyond. Interesting questions were raised, and we compiled them all to seek and reached out to our experts to get some definitive answers. For a recap on the webinar, check out our blog Navigating the Future: Insights from our Webinar "2025 and Beyond" So, here we are. Your questions - answered! - How can companies make people feel more secure in their jobs? Is it just a matter of increasing communication? Lisa suggested a shift towards a more sustainable approach. 'In recent years, we have seen many companies experience massive growth, and the need to get great talent onboard - hence offering extremely generous compensation packages. Unfortunately, many have now faced layoffs, and while the compensation and benefit strategies are not the sole reasons, I would like to propose a more sustainable approach for the future. [Increase benefits as the company grows, and as business results allow, we can increase pension levels or similar benefits – and discuss it internally! Open dialogue about results, investment choices, and their rationale fosters a sense of involvement among team members and signals the company's commitment to a sustainable direction.]' Dean echoed concerns about job security in today's volatile economy and advises, 'In today's uncertain economic climate, job security is a concern. However, by becoming indispensable and embracing tools like AI, individuals can enhance their value to employers, securing their positions for the future. Apart from using Chat GPT, what other tasks can be automated with AI? Lisa commented, ‘We’ve mentioned a few examples already, but I would look at all the systems your company allows you to use and question your suppliers on what features are or will be based on AI. For example, many applicant tracking systems allow the opportunity for AI to summarise CVs for an easy overview, generate interview questions and suggest more personalised replies to rejected candidates based on their CVs. Also, the opportunity for AI to transcribe an interview is an amazing tool which allows the interviewer to solely focus on listening and talking to a candidate as opposed to taking notes. As always, AI in these types of systems is not designed to make the decisions for a recruiter or business - but serve as an assistant to save time and work more efficiently.’ Dean added, ‘There are far too many to list. The AI directory https://aitoolsdirectory.com/ does a really good job of showcasing what does what and where you can find it.’ What is the impact of AI on employee engagement and how can HR teams use AI to promote engagement? Also, what precautions should professionals take when using AI? Dean offered his perspective by stating that ‘engagement and AI may seem contradictory, but there's a clear benefit when HR uses AI to streamline admin tasks, freeing up time for vital human interaction. Tools like Koios, for instance, offer Acoustic AI, helping HR understand team and individual personalities better, for more tailored approaches. Professionals must approach AI implementation carefully, ensuring ethical use to maintain trust and transparency in the workplace.’ How can we make sure our services stay personalised while using AI? Dean responded, ‘By leveraging AI to handle time-consuming tasks. The best thing about AI is that you get to choose what it does and what it doesn’t. If you feel strongly about human interaction to enable personalisation, you don’t have to let go of that – just embrace AI to make those interactions better. Get it to strip data in the background for you, or to type up your notes and actions as you have the conversations. The possibilities are endless, and they can be tailored to your needs.’ Within your businesses, have you experienced any resistance to the adoption of AI? How have you handled these objections? Dean responded, ‘A lot of the resistance I have seen has either been a fear of trying or a fear of being caught. There seems to be a negative connotation with AI, that if you get it to do something for you, are you cheating? The answer is a resounding no, you are working with the tools available to make yourself more productive for your organisation. Robot proof recruiter, if you haven’t read it, you should. Especially if you are a recruiter or if recruitment is part of your job role. I’ll spare you the details, but it is an amazing read that showcases the fact you can never take the people part out of recruitment - you’ll always be able to provide a better level of service than a robot (at least for now) and you need to focus on the parts of the process where human interaction is at its most vital and automate/utilise AI to get back time in your day to improve that social element of the process.’ Do you feel Employee Resource Groups will be on the rise with the future generation of workers? Dean replied, ‘A truly hybrid workplace cannot function effectively without the right technology in place. That doesn’t even need to be AI. For employees to feel a sense of belonging in a workplace, there should be a seamless experience that goes beyond just having teams up on 1 laptop in a room full of 30 people. Again, this will only advance with time ... my eutopia is to have my whole team (who are based in the UK + Thailand) sat around a virtual desk, on a beach with an interactive whiteboard we can utilise in real time via virtual and augmented reality. You may laugh now, but in the next couple of years, VR and AR tech will be the staple of hybrid working and teams coming together around the globe. This doesn’t take away from the in-person experience and nor do I think it should. It should be a tool that compliments real-time working solutions.’ How can we support older generation employees in the changing landscape? Dean offered his perspective, ‘AI is truly remarkable. It embodies the futuristic vision many of us had as children—computers and programs taking on tasks for us. For those uneasy about it, I believe it's a matter of not fully comprehending it or lacking the skills to use it effectively. AI has quietly become a part of the workplace, and many are still navigating its intricacies. The focus should be on empowering employees to leverage AI to enhance productivity and value to the organisation. Those who resist or fail to adapt won't be replaced by AI but by individuals who embrace change and view AI as a tool for greater contribution.’ How can we safeguard against the risk of AI stifling creativity in the workplace? Lisa said, ‘I would say the opposite, if we use AI for the more regular and routine tasks then we will have more time to use to be creative! For example, instead of spending hours on creating a presentation for an important project - let AI do this creating for you and spend the time on how you want to engage with your audience instead. Using ChatGPT to find easy tasks that I would previously have spent a lot of time on has been a big change in how I work and allows me find space in the day.’ Is there a regional divide across different parts of the world? Are Europeans more prone to appreciate safety/job security than Americans? Lisa commented, ‘My thoughts are that globally we have been through a lot in recent years, covid affected everyone regardless of location. After that, we had war in Europe for the first time in many years which had major effects on the economy, which I believe has made people appreciate job safety even more and value this in choosing their next employer. However, in some parts of Europe employees are still very protected by labour laws etc so I believe it is different from America where it is more common to have short notice period and less resistance from employers to terminate an employment.’ Expanding on the key themes discussed in our webinar, we're thrilled to introduce our Thrive Guide – a practical roadmap for building a thriving workplace. Within the Thrive Guide, discover actionable strategies to enhance employee engagement, foster diversity and inclusion, and implement flexible working models. Discover practical solutions to enhance workplace productivity and satisfaction. As our expert Dean Jennings emphasises, 'adapting to evolving workplace dynamics requires strategic initiatives.' This sentiment is echoed by other industry leaders in our webinar. In the Thrive Guide, these insights converge to offer practical solutions, providing a roadmap for organisations navigating change. Revolutionise your workplace. Download the Thrive Guide now!