EMERGE - UX Agency

Why is planning ahead crucial for business growth? ?? Join Jonathon Hensley, CEO & Chief Product Officer at EMERGE - Digital Product Agency, as he shares product development expertise on the 'Agencies That Build' Podcast! ??? Explore insights on failing fast, team motivation, and the future of agency work with hosts Varun B. and Jessie Coan. Tune in now to learn valuable strategies! ?? Watch here: https://lnkd.in/dCf8jpKa ?? Listen here: https://lnkd.in/d4BSEyCN #businessgrowth #strategicplanning #productdevelopment #teammotivation #agencywork #podcastepisode #learningfromfailure #innovationinsights #digitalstrategy #buildpodcast

Alignment is the one thing you’ll find at the heart of every successful relationship, team, and organization in the world. When developed and leveraged, alignment can create the foundation for unparalleled success and unlock incredible advantages. Jonathon Hensley, CEO of EMERGE - UX Agency, will discuss the following framework in-depth and illustrate how top-performing product leaders and organizations are unlocking their full potential to deliver great products and services that meet the needs of their customers and drive growth. Without alignment, it takes more effort and longer to get things done. With alignment, you work smarter and faster. ?? Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gb6FuBGG #TAOLearning

As product leaders, we strive to foster a culture of continuous learning and growth on our teams. However, simply providing learning resources is not enough. To truly motivate skill development, we must build in mechanisms that reinforce the learning process. Two impactful strategies are feedback loops and recognition. Feedback loops create visibility into progress, which motivates teams to apply their new knowledge. Schedule check-ins after training to discuss learnings and set goals for application. Recognition reinforces growth and gives a sense of progress. Consider badging programs that celebrate new skill achievements.? When these mechanisms are structured into the learning journey, teams feel inspired to push themselves rather than disengaged. As leaders, we shape an environment where people feed off progress. Curiosity becomes organic rather than forced. Skill development is not a one-and-done training to check off. It's an iterative process that requires nurturing. Thoughtful feedback loops and recognition help us encourage that process long-term. How do you motivate continuous growth on your teams? I'd love to hear what works for you.

I'm thrilled to announce that I'll be leading a virtual lunch and learn session with the Technology Association of Oregon on April 24th. We'll be diving into one of my favorite topics: The Power of Alignment. Alignment is the secret sauce that separates good product teams from great ones. When people, systems, and business objectives all work in harmony, magic happens. Teams can focus on what truly matters, make better decisions, and deliver products that customers can't resist. In my work with countless organizations, I've seen the transformative effects of alignment firsthand. When teams are aligned, they work with a sense of clarity and purpose that's infectious. They move faster, collaborate better, and achieve more with less. It's like unlocking a hidden superpower. But alignment doesn't happen by accident. It takes a deliberate, strategic approach to get everyone rowing in the same direction. That's why I'm so excited to share the framework that I've used to help product teams reach peak performance. We'll explore how alignment can: ? Boost efficiency and effectiveness ?? Empower leaders and teams ?? Reduce costs and drive growth I'll be sharing real-world examples, practical tips, and actionable insights that you can start using right away. Whether you're a product manager, designer, developer, or executive, you'll walk away with a fresh perspective on how to align your team for success. This is a topic that I'm truly passionate about, and I can't wait to share my experience with you. I believe that every product team has the potential to achieve great things, and alignment is the key to unlocking that potential. So mark your calendars for April 24th and join me for an engaging, interactive session that will change the way you think about building products. I promise you won't want to miss it!