Equal Love and Appreciation
I have two puppies, Lily and Maya. Although they may not “technically” qualify as puppies anymore, they are still babies in my eyes. Lily is 6, and Maya will be 3 in a few short days. They are very different: Lily is definitely a princess and extremely protective (we sometimes call her Killer because she’s […]
Building a People-First Culture: Insights from Machado Consulting’s Max Kaplan
In the latest episode of Sunny’s Silver Linings podcast, IT By Design CEO Sunny Kaila welcomed Max Kaplan, the Director of Engineering at Machado Consulting, Inc. This engaging conversation shed light on the importance of a people-first culture in businesses and how leveraging the right tools could transform team dynamics. Below are the key insights […]
How to Build a Culture by Design, Not by Default
The collective set of values, norms, and rituals shapes the behavior and interactions of individuals within an organization. Workplace culture wields a significant influence on aspects such as employee engagement, productivity, retention, innovation, and customer satisfaction. The significance of creating a positive workplace culture in improving the mental health and overall well-being of workers was […]
How to Address Job Misery
I just got back from my girls’ trip to Venice and obviously, we ate too much. So, what’s the first thing we planned to do—hit the gym. I like to listen to audiobooks while I’m in the gym. This Tuesday morning, I was listening to Patrick Lencioni’s “The Truth about Employee Engagement” and wow, did […]