Bridging the Distance: Embracing Connection and Collaboration Through Welo at EAU

Posted on April 22nd, 2023

We all talk about AI; nevertheless, as a product innovator and a natural connector, let me guide you through a day in Imagination Land, where international remote collaboration has reached new heights. As you turn on your office screen in the morning, you're instantly transported to a breathtaking, lush amphitheater buzzing with life and energy. Your international colleagues, hailing from every corner of the globe, are here, immersed in their work and eager to connect.

In this magical world, with just a simple thought, you can join your team for a rejuvenating meditation session amidst the calming sounds of a babbling brook or enjoy a virtual coffee break with colleagues under the shade of a giant oak tree. Leadership and high-performance coaching sessions are held within the crystalline walls of a magnificent, AI-driven palace.

In Imagination, we understand that embracing the full spectrum of human emotions is essential for personal growth and fostering genuine connections with others. Imagination is a place that recognizes the importance of acknowledging and honoring our feelings, no matter how we feel. It is also a realm where positive toxicity is understood and not encouraged. Positive toxicity, is a term used to describe the overemphasis on maintaining a "positive" outlooks and suppressing "negative" ones (Konnikova,2014).

As you navigate through Imagination, you can shape the environment around you, reflecting your mood and emotions. Each morning, you and your team can transform the landscape, expressing your feelings through the colors of the sky, the sounds of the forest, or even the scent of the air. This collective mood board creates a space where empathy and understanding flourish, fostering stronger connections among team members.

In the enchanting world of Imagination, you can express your mood through the environment and have the freedom to choose and honor your emotions, embracing the idea of self-awareness and authenticity. In the captivating world of Imagination, expressing your emotions is not only accepted but celebrated. A notification pops up every time a team member recognizes and acknowledges their emotions, earning them valuable points. And for those struggling to identify their feelings, simply ask AutoGPT x.0 where it helps you to name the emotions and find practial ways to manage them. 

This encourages healthier communication, empathy, and understanding among team members, nurturing genuine collaboration and unity.

But that's not all. Imagination also offers a lab for learning to uncover unconscious bias and asking better questions to solve complex problems. These tools can also help individuals to navigate their complex emotions and resolve any potential internal team conflicts. It's a world that encourages personal growth, genuine connections, and innovation, where diverse minds come together to create inclusive products and solutions.

In Imagination, we celebrate neurodiversity with dedicated spaces that accommodate various learning styles and cognitive needs. The DEI lab, a celestial sphere of innovation, orbits Imagination, inspiring the creation of inclusive products and solutions for each style of learning. A shimmering sanctuary awaits, where the brilliance of diverse minds illuminates new ideas and solutions.

Although we may be there later, in the digital era, platforms like Enterprise Agility University's (EAU) Welo have become increasingly attractive for global collaboration, thanks to their 3D features. Welo's virtual amphitheater offers a refreshing take on remote collaboration possibilities, breaking traditional video conferencing boundaries and paving the way for more connected and immersive experiences.

My first encounter with Welo's "park" captivated me. As a visual person, I appreciated the 3D platform's ability to make me feel at home in my virtual "backyard." The intuitive design made interactions more enjoyable, and the open landscape provided a sense of freedom.

With remote work environments integrating 3D technology solutions like Welo, global teams can adapt to new collaboration methods. Welo's park-like environment facilitates casual meetings and socializing, promoting stronger connections and improved teamwork.

A PwC survey reveals that 72% of employees prefer a hybrid work model (PwC, 2021). Welo caters to this growing preference by offering a unique platform for remote teams to connect while retaining the advantages of face-to-face communication.

During my last mingling session with people from around the world, I presented part of the go-to-market strategy, sharing a vision narrative, value proposition, gap analysis, industry trends in business agility, tying in personas and prioritization, and encouraging natural participation in the room. Suddenly, people began engaging naturally, and new collaborations emerged.

The day was long; I entered Welo with a 2/10 and left with a 8.5/10. I made sure to note my happiness measure before and after the session. It was a win, I got to enjoy the bird's eye view of Welo's green open space, quickly hop in and out of conference rooms, and see my international colleagues from England, Australia, Canada, and India all in one "Welo Park." We shared knowledge, passion for product innovation, DEI leadership coaching in business agility, and our common goal of making positive changes in the world.

While not quite as magical as Imagination, platforms like Welo still provide extraordinary personal and professional growth opportunities. The power of human connection, collaboration, and a shared passion for innovation shapes our moods and, ultimately, our success.

I invite you to join the EAU mingling next week to experience Welo and see how it aligns with the ongoing trend of integrating advanced technology solutions in today's professional landscape.

References:

Gartner. (2020). Gartner says 75% of organizations will shift from a project to product orientation by 2024. 

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Konnikova, M. (2014). The Real Harm of the 'Power of Positive Thinking'. The New Yorker. 

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PwC. (2021). It's time to reimagine where and how work will get done: PwC's US remote work survey. 

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Avva Thach, CIO Global Product Innovator | DEI Leadership Coach Avva Thach, LLC