Working in silos? Here’s how to break it

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In the paper titled “Silo-Busting: Overcoming the Greatest Threat to Organisational Performance,” the authors highlight that leaders who overcome silo mentality enjoy

benefits like higher employee engagement, better morale, faster decision-making, fewer mistakes, and improved goal achievement. They suggest the following strategies

to cultivate an enterprise mindset that transcends individual departments:

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Success through Sharing

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Develop and model unifying values and goals to instil a shared sense of identity among employees.

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Mix It Up

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Encourage cross-unit collaboration by organising programs and projects that promote interdepartmental cooperation, teamwork, and innovation.

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Let the Information Flow

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Ensure all employees stay informed by implementing a common IT platform and shared processes, particularly important for remote or hybrid work environments.

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Intentional Recruiting

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Embed a cooperative spirit within the organisation by hiring individuals with strong networking and communication skills.

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Positive Reinforcement

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Publicly reward and incentivize employees who collaborate across teams and departments.

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