Realizing Impactful Change
We focus on helping individuals and teams master emotional intelligence and systems thinking in high-pressure situations.
The following high-level scenarios showcase the real-world impact of this approach:
Breaking Down Silos to Drive Culture and Growth
A Fortune 500 business unit was struggling for years to adopt DevOps because of a heavily siloed organization culture and distrust among department heads.
Through its core programming, Mindset Dojo—integrating systems thinking, emotional intelligence, and collaborative frameworks like Agile and InnerSource—fostered a cultural shift that built cohesion across development, operations, project management, cybersecurity, and compliance departments.
By aligning strategically and executing with passion, the organization unlocked new revenue streams, embraced innovation, and drove long-term growth.
Impact:
- Millions of dollars in recurring revenue.
- Rapid adaptation to economic changes and AI disruption.
- Lasting cultural transformation, ensuring continued success and agility.
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Cultural Unification for Efficiency and Growth
Following a major reorganization, a Fortune 500 data organization struggled to align newly formed teams and roles, leading to inefficiencies and fragmented collaboration.
Through its core programming, Mindset Dojo integrated systems thinking and emotional intelligence to unify these teams and instill adaptability. By leveraging Agile practices, we transformed the organization into a cohesive, high-performing unit.
This transformation fostered stronger collaboration and streamlined decision-making, enabling the organization to respond effectively to market demands and achieve sustained growth.
Impact:
- Rapid adoption of Agile Mindset and methodologies.
- Increased team cohesion and operational efficiency.
- Long-term adaptability and alignment with new organizational goals.
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Personal Conflict Mastery
A high-conflict divorce created an environment of distrust and frequent disputes, risking further litigation, financial strain, and instability for the children involved.
Mindset Dojo’s core programming in emotional intelligence and negotiation facilitated trust-building and cooperative decision-making between the parties.
This approach avoided further litigation, resulting in significant financial savings for both parties, and fostered a positive, stable environment for the children.
Impact:
- Tens of thousands of dollars saved by avoiding further litigation (for both parties).
- Lasting co-parenting relationship built on trust, positively impacting the family involved.
- Emotionally healthy environment, supporting the children’s long-term well-being and growth.
Reflections from the Journey
“Michael’s knack for building communities and uniting diverse teams toward a shared goal has been instrumental in fostering collaboration and driving success. His proactive mentorship and continuous learning elevate not only his own expertise but also that of the entire team.”
– Project Management Leader
“He has an unparalleled ability to simplify complex topics and make them engaging for his team.”
– Senior Technology Leader
“Michael is water. He adapts fluidly to different situations, whether gently guiding discussions with clarifying questions or diving deep to resolve complex problems. His approach varies based on the need, but he always keeps the focus on the work, blocking ego from derailing progress.”
– Cybersecurity Leader
“Michael’s ability to provide stimulating questions and guidance as a Sensei has been instrumental in fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. His innovative approach to problem-solving and dedication to the Dojo’s principles have not only contributed to the growth of the community but also inspired many, including myself, to strive for excellence.”
– Senior Executive
“Micheal has spent ‘10k hours’ uncovering hidden conflict and mindset challenges as he built the dojo practice at SAP. This skill set is rare today but critical when taking on any large-scale transformation.”
– Executive Leader
“I always find it interesting how well the teams are doing after going through this … how coherent they all are on the back end. They’ve never talked to each other before, but they all just [started] … aligning together.”
– Agile Leader
“I can say without a doubt that the Dojo made a large impact on my direct team and many others when it came to not only learning about Agile but adopting it as well. Most organizations are filled with folks that are used to the Waterfall methodology and without the Dojo (to understand the What, Why and How) we would never have been as successful as we were.”
– Executive Leader
“Even during occasional conflicts, Michael navigates with calm and wisdom, transforming critics into active participants.”
– Executive Leader
