DisruptHR: “Elevating HR impact through shared governance” by Nathalie Ogier
In a recent talk at DisruptHR, Nathalie Ogier drew a compelling parallel between climbing a mountain and the arduous task of fostering a truly healthy, authentic, people-centric culture within companies. Despite the common HR mission of driving engagement, performance, and employee satisfaction, challenges persist, with excuses such as budget constraints and time limitations hindering progress.
The Circle-Based Organization: A Transformative Solution
Nathalie proposes a transformative solution — a shift towards a circle-based organization managed through shared governance. This involves a revolutionary approach where decisions are made by those directly impacted, concerned or possessing the necessary expertise.
The key is to create an environment where individuals have clear and multiple roles, allowing them to excel in their strengths and be valued for their contributions. According to Nathalie, building a vibrant culture is impossible within the confines of a traditional hierarchical organization.
The Game-Changing Factor: Shared Governance in Action
The speaker shares a pivotal moment from her experiences over the past three months, working with companies to address their people-related issues. The shift is to see shared governance as a game changer for HR function. In organizations shared governance brings clarity and autonomy, aligning decision-making with those intimately involved in the processes.
Practical Steps for HR Professionals
For HR professionals ready to embark on this transformative journey, Nathalie offers practical steps to initiate change. First and foremost, she advocates having a clear vision and actively sharing it with the team. This involves introducing thought-provoking literature, such as Frederic Laloux's "Reinventing Organizations", to instill a sense of purpose and urgency.
The Importance of Cohesive Teams and "rope buddies"
Nathalie stresses the importance of forming a cohesive team, like “rope buddies”, equipped with shared governance tools and practices. This collective effort is crucial in navigating the complexities of organizational transformation without stumbling into pitfalls or, “deep and dark crevasses” as per her analogy with the Mont Blanc climb.
HR's Call to Authenticity
Crucially, Nathalie directs a plea to the HR function itself. By trusting and embracing authenticity, HR professionals can inspire others within the organization. This authenticity, coupled with shared responsibility, is the driving force behind reaching the summit of organizational success.
The Summit of Success: Humanism, Performance, and Shared Governance
Drawing on her personal journey, Nathalie highlights the profound sense of accomplishment achieved by combining humanism and performance through more shared governance. For HR professionals seeking impact and success, shared governance becomes the tool to seize, bridging the gap between human-centric values and organizational objectives.
The Challenge to HR Professionals
As the speech concludes, Nathalie challenges HR professionals to assess their position on the climb. Have they donned their crampons, enlisted supportive team members, and shared the vision of success? For those hesitating, she urges a pause and an active decision to be part of the transformative force leading organizations to the summit of tomorrow’s success.
Nathalie’s Insights: A Beacon for HR Professionals in a Changing Landscape
In a world where the landscape of work is evolving, Nathalie Ogier's insights serve as a beacon, guiding HR professionals towards a new paradigm where shared governance and authenticity pave the way to the pinnacle of organizational achievement.
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