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Lea Kiiski, Wirepas: SmoothTeam makes people feel part of the team

Wirepas is leading the way in 5G technology to enable IoT solutions, and we are growing fast. A key value we have is diversity and we have hired a very diverse set of people: in our 70-person organisation, we have...
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Hard values are the future trend in the workplace - SmoothTeam launches Psychological Dangerousness

1.4.2023 Tampere SmoothTeam has been developing simulations for years, which are praised for their positive impact for the workplace. We too need to look to the future, and we want to be one step ahead. That's why we...
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Use the Ideas button to capture insights and put them into practice

As the SmoothTeam simulation improves team chemistry and learns more about, for example, teammates' strengths and working preferences, the team often comes up with concrete suggestions for improving team performance. During the simulation, for example, it is decided...
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Matti Salonen, FP-products: SmoothTeam simulation supported board and management team collaboration

FP Products recently changed its CEO and a new one came from within. We have been doing interaction training for years and wanted to give the new management a good start. The SmoothTeam simulation was used to develop...
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How do simulations make the job of a frontline worker easier?

Simulations improve team chemistry, build cohesion and create an understanding of colleagues' strengths. These will benefit the team, but what can I get as a first person from a simulation? In our experience, a lot! A simulation makes...
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At the heart of work in multiple locations: community, well-being and learning

Why do we need to talk about organising and managing work in multiple locations? Because people are no longer sitting in an office at work as they used to. A small proportion still want to go to the office every day,...
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Heli Jelonen, Roima Intelligence Oy: We developed leadership and teamwork with SmoothTeam simulations

Roima Intelligence is a digital partner for industrial and logistics solutions, employing around 300 experts. A series of seven simulations Management development is a very important area for us. Development work is not...
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New SmoothTeam simulation: sources of motivation and recovery from work

Different people find different things inspiring and energising. So we can do the same quality of work even if we are motivated by different things. On the other hand, we also get a counterbalance to our work...
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A relaxed but meaningful way to spend Christmas: the SmoothTeam simulation

The SmoothTeam simulation is a two-hour shared experience for the team. During the simulation, the team learns from each other and has fun. The simulation also provides a stimulus for further discussions and is perfect for a Christmas party or a...
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It is important to understand your own and others' natural ways of working

Founded in 2014, Dista is a pioneer in data-driven outbound sales. We currently have around 40 employees. Remote working has challenged the whole of Dista. We do hybrid work but we are mainly...
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Working life and learning - developing together

The world has opened up after the koruna, even if the pandemic is not yet over. I had the opportunity to attend and give a presentation at the annual Workplace Learning Conference held this...
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Lars Svorse, LOVAK: Organisations suffer from a lack of dialogue and trust

Lars Svorse and Magnus Jonason/LOVAK, Paul Choi/Paul&Mark. Photo by: Vittra & Friends My name is Lars Svorse, and I work as a senior consultant and partner in the Swedish consultancy LOVAK....
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Denys Romanov, ImproveIT Solutions: good teamwork requires communication

ImproveIT Solutions is a Ukrainian company. We provide software development services mainly for European and US clients. The company was founded in 2017 and now we have almost 100 employees. The largest...
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Sauli Nissinen, Soldem: Knowing your teammates has a huge impact on your ability to cope at work

Soldem is a multi-purpose sales house established in 2003. We provide sales and customer service for large client companies with 250 employees. For our clients, we are a results and development-driven provider of outsourced telesales and...
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Ville Houttu, Vincit USA: Smoothteam simulations are energising

Vincit is a 600-employee company that designs and implements web services, mobile applications and embedded systems. Ville Houttu, CEO of Vincit USA, shares his experience with SmoothTeam simulations. Remote working distances Vincit...
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