Therese Gedda’s Post

After a year where you fell short, how do you balance the need to examine what went wrong—while also looking forward to what you can solve? Last week Woden held our annual retreat. As frustrating as big pieces of 2023 were, the last 16 weeks were incredible: Q4 was our best quarter ever (props Andrew McWilliams and David Grimaldi for incredible work). As a leader, I have a tendency to want to interrogate and understand everything that went wrong, and ensure everyone else sees it too. Rachel Fox wisely counseled me that what our team needed was to build on what's working. We decided to just accept where we were for 2023, and look forward. We re-anchored our team in our mission and values, and decided to look at what we need to do in 2024 to advance those towards our vision. Some key things I learned from our team this past week: 1. Broaden the circle: Most of the retreat content was delivered by other people on the team, so the buy-in was higher than if I had just done it. 2. Clear objectives: I took the approach of laying out 7 objectives for 2024, and leaving it to the team to find a way to reach them. 3. Look forward: You can't do anything about what's already happened, so focus the team on what it can do tomorrow—not what it didn't do yesterday. 4. Invite others in: I shy away from asking people to make the commitment to Woden that I have, but people want to be asked to build something new. 5. Lead as a peer: By handing over the reigns to others, I was able to participate in conversations, not lead them. It was refreshing to work alongside the team, and motivating for 2024. I'm proud of the work everyone has done to think about how the #StoryKernel helps build #essentialbrands. We've got an exciting year planned of revamping our StoryAccelerator offering, expanding our team, and ramping up two new hires I'm excited to announce next week.

How can our Values boost moral and drive happiness and productivity? Our company culture plays a crucial role in connecting us in this virtual environment and is an important ally of ours. We're always busy with learning, improving, developing and innovating our culture. 🌱🌳 During our recent offsite event, we were happy to introduce our new Company Values, which aim to empower us on our path. 🚀 Saying goodbye to the ordinary and embracing a culture powered by: 🙌 One Team 👥 Trust & Transparency 🔥 Passion 🎯 Focus, and a collective commitment to  ⭐ Dream Big As we embark on our journey into the new year we're crafting an experience where each team member is integral to our success story. So buckle up, because the journey fuelled by One Team, Trust & Transparency, Passion, Focus, and the courage to Dream Big is bound to be nothing short of extraordinary. 🚀 Here's to the next chapter of our success saga! #CultureRevolution #NewValues #SuccessUnleashed #remotework #companyvalues #gamingindustry

🎉 Celebrating 23 Years of Innovation, Growth, and Success! 🎉 Today marks a significant milestone in our journey—23 years of relentless pursuit of excellence, innovation, and making a difference! We owe our success to the visionary leadership of our founder, Yogesh Huja, whose passion and dedication laid the foundation for everything we’ve achieved. 🙏 A heartfelt thank you also goes to Shivani Huja, whose invaluable contributions since joining the team have helped shape our company’s direction and success. 🌟 From our humble beginnings in 2001, we've grown into a powerhouse of talent and innovation, thanks to our incredible team, loyal customers, and supportive partners. Here’s to 23 years of: ✅ Pioneering breakthroughs in IT Solution development and Partner Relationship m Management. ✅ Building a culture of collaboration and growth ✅ Empowering our clients with cutting-edge solutions like AI ✅ Making a positive impact on our community and beyond This journey wouldn't have been possible without YOU. To our amazing team, thank you for your dedication and hard work. To our clients and partners, thank you for believing in us and being part of this incredible journey. As we look to the future, we're more committed than ever to pushing boundaries, embracing new challenges, and achieving even greater heights together. 🚀 Join us in celebrating this milestone and share your favorite memories or wishes in the comments below. Here’s to many more years of success and innovation! 🥂 #FoundationDay #CompanyAnniversary #23YearsStrong #Innovation #Growth #Success #ThankYou #PRM #PRMBox

7 Years Strong: High Fives and High Hopes! Seven years ago, we started with a dream: Deliver tech solutions to every businesses. Today, we're here, cake in hand, celebrating how far we've come! But this isn't just about blowing out candles; it's about looking ahead with eyes full of hope and hearts full of fire. Our Vision: To create useful digital solutions to make operations fast and connect lives. Our Mission: To be aware and inspire people around the globe to build a digital tribe. So we are and we will help business, entrepreneur and students. These aren't just fancy words on a wall; they're the fuel that keeps us going. They are the reason we high five each other after a win and dust ourselves off after a setback. We make to ourselves, to our team, and to all of you: We'll keep pushing, keep growing, keep making a difference. Sure, there will be challenges ahead. But with each sunrise, we'll rise with them, our vision clear and our mission steady. We are a team of dreamers and doers, and we are ready to write the next chapter together. So, join us in this celebration! Share our vision, take our mission, and let's create a future that's brighter than any birthday sparkler. #7thanniversary #anniversarycelebration #micrasolteam #techsolutions

🎉 Happy Friday, everyone! 🎉 Ready for some more workplace culture wisdom to kick off your weekend? In our ongoing Create Magic At Work® series, we've been soaking up insights from industry leaders, and this week is no different! Meet Evan Duby, Founder & General Partner @ GoEx Venture Capital, as he shares his thoughts on what he would do if he never had to earn a paycheck again. At Create Magic At Work®, we believe in fostering a culture where passion and purpose collide, and Evan's vision certainly resonates with that! So, grab your favorite beverage, kick back, and let Evan's contagious enthusiasm inspire you for the weekend ahead. 💭IF YOU NEVER HAD TO EARN A PAYCHECK AGAIN, WHAT WOULD YOU SPEND YOUR TIME DOING?✨ As always, share your thoughts and tag a friend who could use some weekend inspiration! Let's keep creating magic in every corner of our workplaces. #WorkplaceCulture #PassionAndPurpose #CreateMagicAtWork #FridayFun #WeekendInspiration

🎉 As we welcome the New Year, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to our clients, partners, team, and friends for their unwavering support and collaboration. Here's to a year filled with innovation, growth, and shared successes. Wishing everyone a prosperous and joyful 2024! 🌟👨💻 #HappyNewYear #NewBeginnings #webdevelopment #BusinessGrowth

As we gear up to bid farewell to 2023, I can't help but reflect on the rollercoaster ride that has been this incredible year for our Team. From late-night brainstorming sessions to celebratory wins, here's a look back at the journey that's left us buzzing with excitement and gratitude. A massive shoutout to the Team! Your grit, passion, and relentless hustle have been the heartbeat of this journey. We've faced challenges head-on, turned setbacks into comebacks, and proved that a small, dedicated team can make big waves. Here's to the dreamers, doers, and disruptors who make up this awesome crew! High-fives for maintaining the vibe! We're building more than a business; we're cultivating a culture that celebrates ideas, collaboration, and a little bit of controlled chaos. Because let's face it, that's where the magic happens. Sure, the numbers matter, but so do the people. This year, we've forged relationships that go beyond transactions. To our early adopters, partners, and believers – your support has fueled our fire. Here's to the collaborations that feel more like friendships and less like business deals. As we wind down and gear up for a new year, let's carry this spirit with us. A toast to the late nights, crazy ideas, and the journey that's just getting started. Thank you to everyone who's been part of this wild ride – you're the heartbeat of our story. #JourneyReflections #TeamAppreciation #GratitudeInBusiness #DreamersAndDoers #SmallTeamBigImpact #YearInReview #TeamCulture #HustleHard #CelebratingSuccess #TeamWorkMakesTheDreamWork #CollaborationOverCompetition #BeyondTransactions #BuildingRelationships #CheersToNewBeginnings #InnovateAndElevate #ThankYouTeam #HeartbeatOfOurStory #LateNightIdeas #CrazyJourney #CheersToTheNextChapter #Vibes #DreamBigThinkSmall #WSSSolutions #Magic #TogetherWeThrive

✨ 𝗔 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝟮 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 ✨ Hey People and Culture Champions 👋🏾 What a month. February has truly been full of some incredible experiences + energising encounters. First, a huge shoutout to the Culturevist community - truly one of the most vibrant + enriching spaces in the People & Culture space. Matt Culturevist has created something special, built on kindness, heart + a genuine thirst for learning + sharing. Earlier this month, I had the pleasure of attending the Culturevist conference centered around "People teams as product teams." The insights we gained were invaluable - from Megan Trotter's deep dive into Experience Mapping, Natasha Delisle-Barrow's exploration of crafting Problem Statements to Lauren Gomes + Marie Krebs shedding light on how People teams can learn + apply lessons from Marketing. If you're eager to delve deeper into the concept of People Teams as Product Teams + apply the learnings 💡 - Megan, Natasha, Lauren + Marie are hosting a series of half-day workshops this Spring. You don't want to miss out - sign up at https://shorturl.at/mpxE2 And then, there was the unforgettable event hosted by the fantastic Ruth Penfold-Brown 🌈 What a powerhouse of wisdom + energy! Ruth + her insights on building successful career + life strategies was inspiring & made my heart very full. Thank you Ruth, for curating such a safe + empowering space, for your infectious enthusiasm & for bringing together such a wonderful community of women as part of your Bloom programme 💚 Reflecting on these experiences, I'm reminded of the incredible power of community in the People & Culture space. It's not just about sharing ideas or best practices - but also about forging meaningful connections + sharing a desire to make real, impactful change in our workplaces & beyond 🌟 As I take some much-needed time out following my journey with the amazing folks at Suvera, I’m loving having the time to connect with my various communities right now. Whether it’s my People + Culture or my coaching communities, each interaction inspires & energises me. So here's to the magic of community + the endless possibilities it brings! ✨ #peopleandculture #community #changemakers #employeeexperience #futureofwork 🌐 #peopledevelopment #peopleasproduct

Grateful for the memories, the milestones, and the moments that made our year unforgettable! 🌟 Here's to our top 9 – a heartfelt toast to the journey of growth, the spirit of innovation, and crafting uncommon paths to success in 2023. 1. Unveiling MDK’s brand refresh and the launch of our new website (thank you Brave Little Beast, Fredricks Communications and Meredith Yuskewich) – setting the stage for a bold and innovative chapter ahead. 2. Wonderful moments spent volunteering with Besa, making a positive impact in our community and creating lasting memories of service and compassion.  3. Infusing every endeavor with purpose, our mission: "We create uncommon paths to success for our clients and ourselves" ensuring that innovation, collaboration, and excellence define all we do. 4. Kicking off the year with a transition to an agile methodology, unlocking new levels of efficiency, collaboration, and innovation as we embrace a dynamic approach to achieving our goals. 5. Dynamic collaborations with American Resort Development Association and the American Legal & Financial Network "ALFN", elevating our initiatives and fostering meaningful partnerships that amplify our collective impact. 6. Embodying our values of engagement and collaboration through monthly town halls, where ideas flourish, connections deepen, and our team spirit soars. 7. Nurturing growth and excellence by living our commitment to advancement through diverse professional development opportunities – empowering each team member to thrive. 8. Recognizing and honoring the exceptional individuals who embody our spirit of innovation and lead the way toward a brighter future. 9. Honoring our value of respect at events like Columbus Pride, where we proudly stand united, embracing diversity and championing inclusivity. #TopNine #YearInReview #MemoriesThatMatter #TeamMDK #OneMDK 

Just another day in the boardroom, where ideas flourish and strategies come to life. 🌟 On this #TeamThursday, we celebrate the collective wisdom and relentless dedication of our team, constantly learning and growing to better serve our clients. Here's to the journey of excellence, together. 📚💡 #TeamFoursquare #AlwaysLearning