I was delighted to have the opportunity to virtually sit down with one of their clients, Kieth Moran from SL Controls.
People clearly play a big part in the development of any business. But for SL Controls, the advancements in technology (robotics, virtual reality and data) meant their strategy was constantly changing. So I wanted to find out how they communicated those changes to their people. Without affecting personal development or culture.
Implementing a 3-year strategy, and using quarterly reviews, 1-1s conversations have been massive for the overall success of the SL Controls strategy. As Keith beautiful put it:
“The real power is giving people purpose. Once people have a purpose and they know what they’re doing, why they’re doing it and what it’s contributing the overall strategy. It’s transformative.”
Enjoy!
[1.26] How did SL Controls come about?
[4.56] A quick insight into the work that you do?
[6.22] How has technology (robotics, virtual reality and data) changed your strategy?
[8.06] People clearly play a big part in the development of your business. How have you communicated the change in strategies over the years?
[11.56] Why do you believe you’ve succeeded so much this year compared to other businesses in the same industry?
[14.19] Do you think you need good process management in place before finding the right product? Or is it the other way around?
[15.12] Have you been able to measure changes in staff engagement? If so, what has been the biggest thing for you?
[17.06] As a leader is your ability to understand the views&opinions of your staff key?
[18.10] And seeing that culture shift must be really rewarding for you and your board?
[19.03] Do the OKRs allow an employee to trace how they are making an impact within the business?
[19.31] With your performance management process, can you identify issues before they become big issues?
[20.22] How are you planning to maintain your, what sounds like an amazing culture going forward?
[23.20] I loved the videos of you and your family showing how you got through lockdown. Do you think more leaders should do this? Showing openness and honesty?
