We’re in 2024, surrounded by cutting-edge technology, and yet toxic work environments continue to thrive and affect millions of workers. How is it that despite the wealth of incident management apps at our disposal, harmful psychosocial workplace behaviors persist?
SpatzAI 1-Minute Pitch:
"Who here has experienced being talked down to by a team member or manager who was overly dogmatic, using absolute language to unfairly win a discussion? Raise your hand if so?"
How Disciplined Teams Address Unfair Play On-the-fly
The title of this blog post and our user manual is a summary of 6 years of research and effort so far. I guess we are eating our own cooking, as we innovate and strive to create a work environment that will build disciplined and cohesive teams.
Building Disciplined Teams by Addressing Unfair Play
Jim Collins emphasizes the importance of discipline in teams in his book "Good to Great." He argues that disciplined people, disciplined thought, and disciplined action are crucial components for transforming a good company into a great one. Here are some key points he makes about discipline in teams...
Why Using Dichotomies Are Problematic, from an AI’s perspective.
Dichotomies reduce complex concepts to two opposing categories, which can oversimplify the nuanced spectrum of skills and abilities that people possess. Competence is not binary; it exists on a continuum where individuals can have varying levels of proficiency.
SpatzAI: Micro-conflict Pre-reporting Toolkit
SpatzAI Micro-conflict Pre-reporting SpatzAI has been designed as a micro-conflict pre-reporting toolkit specifically aimed at addressing minor spats or micro-conflicts within workplace teams before they can escalate into reportable conflict incidents. Interestingly enough... "Safe Work Australia will work with the Parliamentary Counsel’s Committee to draft amendments to the model WHS Act, with the aim of... Continue Reading →
Building Thriving Teams: A Practical Approach to Psychological Safety
Would it be fair to say that most employee complaints stem from a sense of being treated unfairly by coworkers or management? I think so. Therefore, wouldn't it make reasonable sense to offer them a way to address this unfairness directly and in real-time? I also think so.
Real Teamwork and Individual Accountability: Lessons from Steve Jobs and SpatzAI
In a world where committees and collaborative groups are often seen as the backbone of corporate decision-making, Steve Jobs' approach at Apple stands out as both radical and refreshingly effective. In a well-known interview, Jobs revealed that Apple had "zero committees."
Spatz Demo App with AI and Team Review
Taking a firm stance on intentional misbehavior is essential for maintaining a respectful and effective team environment. Ann's actions were justified, and Guy needs to take responsibility for his words. If he fails to do so, it is appropriate for the team to consider his future with the team.
Revolutionizing Micro-conflict Resolution in Teams with Spatz.AI
In a work environment where creativity and innovation is paramount, micro-conflict resolution within teams is more crucial than ever. As workplaces evolve more in this direction, the need for effective, transparent, and equitable micro-conflict resolution mechanisms becomes increasingly apparent...
