Coworking
Big Hairy Audacious Goals
Whether you’re starting a company, or need a reset, you need to discover your BHAG! Firstly, what is a BHAG? BHAG is an acronym made up from the authors of the bestseller “Built to Last”. It stands for Big Hairy Audacious Goal, and quite simply describes a goal that may be out of our reach…
Read MoreZoom fatigue is a thing.
Video calls became commonplace in April 2020, and since then many have complained of feeling completely drained. Research has shown that video call fatigue is very real, and here’s why: 1. Can they hear, or are you frozen? In real-life silence is a part of the natural rhythm of conversation. However, studies have shown that…
Read MoreHow to make my Flexible Space beneficial to me and my business
Perch Offices are focused on ‘routine’ and ‘learnability’ this month. What does that mean to you as a flexible worker in co-working space? Co-working is cool because its flexible, cost-effective and easy. But how do you learn from being in a space where there’s no ‘organisational structure’ and you may not know the people around…
Read MoreThe most important skill in the future of work may be learnability
In a climate of constant disruption, we can’t possibly have all the answers for our business. Instead of pursuing answers, engaging in ‘active enquiry’ can help to harness the wisdom of the members of your team. While its well and good to formalise surveys and assessments in your company, engaging in a continuous listening process…
Read MoreThe GoodWork Society X Perch Coworking Offices
The GoodWork Society (The GWS) aims to enrich society by encouraging organisations to adopt more human ways of working and engages people in public lectures, events, research and a consulting network. Last year, the GWS hosted an open conversation between people from some of Joburg’s most influential organisations in exploring better ways to tap into…
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