--- title: Insights to collaboration & working together | ORG Blog description: Insights to collaboration & working together --- ![Overland Resource Group](https://www.orginc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ORG_2017_Q1/ORG.jpg?t=1483128475379&width=215&name=ORG.jpg "Overland Resource Group") For full functionality of this site it is necessary to **enable JavaScript**. 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If your organization needs to grow, adapt, or change, sometimes a shift is necessary—at times that means a transformation from top to bottom and inside to outside. [Continue Reading](https://www.orginc.com/blog/what-is-organizational-transformation-and-when-is-it-necessary) [4 Comments](https://www.orginc.com/blog/what-is-organizational-transformation-and-when-is-it-necessary#comments-listing) Topics: [Organizational Transformation](https://www.orginc.com/blog/topic/organizational-transformation) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [How Introducing New Technology Into the Workplace Affects Company Culture](https://www.orginc.com/blog/how-introducing-new-technology-into-the-workplace-affects-company-culture) by [Mike Hunter, ORG President](https://www.orginc.com/blog/author/mike-hunter-org-president), on March 20, 2019 [![How Introducing New Technology Into the Workplace Affects Company Culture](https://www.orginc.com/hubfs/images/Blog/ORG_Blogs_TechnologyUpdate6.jpg)](https://www.orginc.com/blog/how-introducing-new-technology-into-the-workplace-affects-company-culture) ### **ADAPTING TO NEW TECHNOLOGY IS NECESSARY TO MEET DEMAND, IMPROVE EFFICIENCY, AND DRIVE GROWTH—BUT WITH IMPLEMENTATION COMES CHALLENGES.** If your organization is like most, you put an enormous amount of energy and money into major software updates and technology changeovers. Typically though, not nearly enough attention is put toward planning and allowing room for adaptation to change. This can lead to problems that run deeper than a technology glitch. [Continue Reading](https://www.orginc.com/blog/how-introducing-new-technology-into-the-workplace-affects-company-culture) [2 Comments](https://www.orginc.com/blog/how-introducing-new-technology-into-the-workplace-affects-company-culture#comments-listing) Topics: [Company Culture](https://www.orginc.com/blog/topic/company-culture) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [Building Harmonious Union-Management Relationships Through Collaboration](https://www.orginc.com/blog/building-harmonious-union-management-relationships-through-collaboration) by [Robert Hughes](https://www.orginc.com/blog/author/rhughes), on February 19, 2019 [![Building Harmonious Union-Management Relationships Through Collaboration](https://www.orginc.com/hubfs/images/Blog/ORG_Blogs_HarmoniousManagementandUnions_update.jpg)](https://www.orginc.com/blog/building-harmonious-union-management-relationships-through-collaboration) ### **RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN UNIONS AND MANAGEMENT CAN BE COMPLICATED, BUT LEARNING TO WORK TOGETHER EFFECTIVELY CAN MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENCE.** Management and unions both want the best for those they represent. This is not an easy task since each party has its own interests to protect and defend regarding issues such as wages, working conditions, and benefits. Representatives need to learn how to work together to negotiate effectively and agree upon the best possible solution for both parties.  [Continue Reading](https://www.orginc.com/blog/building-harmonious-union-management-relationships-through-collaboration) [1 Comment](https://www.orginc.com/blog/building-harmonious-union-management-relationships-through-collaboration#comments-listing) Topics: [Labor Management](https://www.orginc.com/blog/topic/labor-management) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [7 Levers of Sustainable Performance: Employee Commitment (Part 3 of 3)](https://www.orginc.com/blog/7-levers-of-sustainable-performance-employee-commitment-part-3) by [Mike Hunter, ORG President](https://www.orginc.com/blog/author/mike-hunter-org-president), on January 29, 2019 [![7 Levers of Sustainable Performance: Employee Commitment (Part 3 of 3)](https://www.orginc.com/hubfs/images/Blog/ORG_Blogs_7LeversPart3.jpg)](https://www.orginc.com/blog/7-levers-of-sustainable-performance-employee-commitment-part-3) ### **EMPLOYEE SATISFACTION, ENGAGEMENT, AND COMMITMENT CAN PRODUCE SUSTAINABLE PERFORMANCE.** *In* [*Part 1*](https://www.orginc.com/blog/want-exceptional-sustainable-employee-performance-of-course-you-do) *of this series, we looked at the first two levers to help you attain exceptional employee performance. In [Part 2](https://www.orginc.com/blog/7-levers-of-sustainable-performance-employee-engagement-part-2), we looked at four more levers, each contributing to increased employee engagement. In this final post of our sustainable performance series, we’ll look at ways that you can encourage a high level of employee commitment with one final lever.* Your influence as a leader should never be taken for granted. You set the tone. You have the opportunity to create an environment that makes real and lasting employee commitment possible. [Continue Reading](https://www.orginc.com/blog/7-levers-of-sustainable-performance-employee-commitment-part-3) [0 Comments](https://www.orginc.com/blog/7-levers-of-sustainable-performance-employee-commitment-part-3#comments-listing) Topics: [Employee Engagement](https://www.orginc.com/blog/topic/employee-engagement) [7 Levers of Sustainable Performance](https://www.orginc.com/blog/topic/7-levers-of-sustainable-performance) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [7 Levers of Sustainable Performance: Employee Engagement (Part 2 of 3)](https://www.orginc.com/blog/7-levers-of-sustainable-performance-employee-engagement-part-2) by [Mike Hunter, ORG President](https://www.orginc.com/blog/author/mike-hunter-org-president), on January 17, 2019 [![7 Levers of Sustainable Performance: Employee Engagement (Part 2 of 3)](https://www.orginc.com/hubfs/images/Blog/ORG_Blogs_7LeversPart2.jpg)](https://www.orginc.com/blog/7-levers-of-sustainable-performance-employee-engagement-part-2) ### **TO SEE SUSTAINABLE EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE, IMPROVE SATISFACTION AND INCREASE ENGAGEMENT.** *In [Part 1 of this series](https://www.orginc.com/blog/want-exceptional-sustainable-employee-performance-of-course-you-do), we looked at the first two levers that will help you attain exceptional employee performance. In this post, we’ll explore the next four levers.* It’s a safe bet that every leader wants satisfied, engaged, and committed employees. What separates great leaders from the pack is insight and intentionality.  [Continue Reading](https://www.orginc.com/blog/7-levers-of-sustainable-performance-employee-engagement-part-2) [0 Comments](https://www.orginc.com/blog/7-levers-of-sustainable-performance-employee-engagement-part-2#comments-listing) Topics: [7 Levers of Sustainable Performance](https://www.orginc.com/blog/topic/7-levers-of-sustainable-performance) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [Can Ongoing Intractable Conflicts in Organizations Be Solved?](https://www.orginc.com/blog/can-ongoing-intractable-conflicts-in-organizations-be-solved) by [Mike Hunter, ORG President](https://www.orginc.com/blog/author/mike-hunter-org-president), on December 18, 2018 [![Can Ongoing Intractable Conflicts in Organizations Be Solved?](https://www.orginc.com/hubfs/images/Blog/ORG_Blogs_ConflictsInOrganizations2.jpg)](https://www.orginc.com/blog/can-ongoing-intractable-conflicts-in-organizations-be-solved) ##### **ONGOING INTRACTABLE CONFLICTS ARE VOLATILE, HIGHLY DESTRUCTIVE, AND VERY DIFFICULT TO SOLVE. CAN ANYTHING BE DONE?** The complex nature of human relationships means examples of intractable conflicts, unfortunately, aren’t hard to come by. Tribal wars have wiped out entire populations. Long-standing religious, racial, and cultural tensions have spawned deeply ingrained dissension. Political parties have become more and more polarized. Management and labor find themselves in a deadlock. [Continue Reading](https://www.orginc.com/blog/can-ongoing-intractable-conflicts-in-organizations-be-solved) [0 Comments](https://www.orginc.com/blog/can-ongoing-intractable-conflicts-in-organizations-be-solved#comments-listing) Topics: [Conflict Resolution](https://www.orginc.com/blog/topic/conflict-resolution-2) [Intractable Conflict](https://www.orginc.com/blog/topic/intractable-conflict) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [7 Levers of Sustainable Performance: Employee Satisfaction (Part 1 of 3)](https://www.orginc.com/blog/want-exceptional-sustainable-employee-performance-of-course-you-do) by [Mike Hunter, ORG President](https://www.orginc.com/blog/author/mike-hunter-org-president), on November 20, 2018 [![7 Levers of Sustainable Performance: Employee Satisfaction (Part 1 of 3)](https://www.orginc.com/hubfs/images/Blog/ORG_Blogs_7LeversPart1_Update.jpg)](https://www.orginc.com/blog/want-exceptional-sustainable-employee-performance-of-course-you-do) ##### **WANT EXCEPTIONAL, SUSTAINABLE EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE? OF COURSE, YOU DO!**  We’ve identified seven actions (levers) to help you improve satisfaction, increase engagement, and intensify commitment—the key factors that drive performance. In this post, we’ll look at the first two levers that impact employee satisfaction.  As a leader, you have the opportunity (and responsibility) to create an environment that makes true employee commitment possible. Perhaps this thought is exciting but a bit overwhelming. Where do you begin?  [Continue Reading](https://www.orginc.com/blog/want-exceptional-sustainable-employee-performance-of-course-you-do) [0 Comments](https://www.orginc.com/blog/want-exceptional-sustainable-employee-performance-of-course-you-do#comments-listing) Topics: [Employee Engagement](https://www.orginc.com/blog/topic/employee-engagement) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [The Surprising Benefits of Water Cooler Talks](https://www.orginc.com/blog/the-surprising-benefits-of-water-cooler-talks) by [Mike Hunter, ORG President](https://www.orginc.com/blog/author/mike-hunter-org-president), on November 15, 2018 [![The Surprising Benefits of Water Cooler Talks](https://www.orginc.com/hubfs/images/Blog/ORG_Blogs_WaterCoolerTalks_update1.jpg)](https://www.orginc.com/blog/the-surprising-benefits-of-water-cooler-talks) ### **STUDIES SHOW THAT CASUAL CONVERSATION STIMULATES OFFICE PRODUCTIVITY.** The long-standing tradition of employees shooting the breeze around the water cooler may sound like a waste of time in today’s fast-paced, productivity-focused business world. On the surface, it makes sense that leaders might be tempted to nix this behavior—but let’s take a closer look at its surprising benefits. [Continue Reading](https://www.orginc.com/blog/the-surprising-benefits-of-water-cooler-talks) [10 Comments](https://www.orginc.com/blog/the-surprising-benefits-of-water-cooler-talks#comments-listing) Topics: [Employee Engagement](https://www.orginc.com/blog/topic/employee-engagement) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [Coaching for the Win: Everyone Benefits from Two-Way Feedback](https://www.orginc.com/blog/coaching-for-the-win-everyone-benefits-from-two-way-feedback) by [Mike Hunter, ORG President](https://www.orginc.com/blog/author/mike-hunter-org-president), on November 1, 2018 [![Coaching for the Win: Everyone Benefits from Two-Way Feedback](https://www.orginc.com/hubfs/images/Blog/ORG_Blogs_CoachingUpdate5.jpg)](https://www.orginc.com/blog/coaching-for-the-win-everyone-benefits-from-two-way-feedback) ### **SHARING CONSTRUCTIVE THOUGHTS AND OBSERVATIONS IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF EVERY LEADER AND TEAM MEMBER.** The term “coach” may conjure up images of a whistle-wearing leader barking directions and commands at a team. I'm sure we can agree, this is not how a workplace coach should behave. For one thing, everyone has the privilege and responsibility of coaching other team members—it's not meant to be the responsibility of a single person. Additionally, coaching is not merely telling someone what to do or how to do it better. It’s about giving and receiving feedback that’s beneficial for growth and development. [Continue Reading](https://www.orginc.com/blog/coaching-for-the-win-everyone-benefits-from-two-way-feedback) [0 Comments](https://www.orginc.com/blog/coaching-for-the-win-everyone-benefits-from-two-way-feedback#comments-listing) Topics: [Coaching](https://www.orginc.com/blog/topic/coaching) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [New Study Reveals Why Chasing Employee Engagement Isn't Yielding Higher Productivity](https://www.orginc.com/blog/new-study-reveals-why-chasing-employee-engagement-isnt-yielding-higher-productivity) by [Mike Hunter, ORG President](https://www.orginc.com/blog/author/mike-hunter-org-president), on September 12, 2018 [![New Study Reveals Why Chasing Employee Engagement Isn't Yielding Higher Productivity](https://www.orginc.com/hubfs/images/Blog/new-study-reveals-why-chasing-employee-engagement-isnt-yielding-higher-productivity.jpg)](https://www.orginc.com/blog/new-study-reveals-why-chasing-employee-engagement-isnt-yielding-higher-productivity) ### **FIND OUT HOW SMART OPERATIONS LEADERS ARE GETTING RESULTS WITH A MORE DIVERSIFIED APPROACH.** Operations leaders know that ensuring and improving productivity is one of their top priorities. However, many feel frustrated in their ability to influence this goal when employee engagement is the hot topic everyone is talking about. Has your organization hopped on the bandwagon with a hyper-engagement approach, only to find that it’s not working? 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