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Developing Professional Networks A Case Study On Intrapreneurship In The Public Service n. A person within a corporation who is given the freedom and resources to initiate projects, business ventures, etc.
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Developing Professional Networks
A Case Study On Intrapreneurship In The Public Service
n. A person within a corporation who is given the freedom and resources to initiate projects, business ventures, etc.
THIS PRESENTATION WILL DELVE INTO MY EXPERIENCE WITH INTRAPRENEURSHIP IN THE
PUBLIC SECTOR.
WE WILL DISCUSS A CASE STUDY OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF PROFESSIONAL NETWORKS IN THE PUBLIC SERVICE AND HOW THEY CAN RESULT
IN FURTHER INNOVATION IN THE WORKPLACE.
B BROWN BAG LUNCH
SOME NEW IDEAS BUT HOPEFULLY FUN AS WELL
The opinions expressed in this presentation are
my own and do not represent the view of
others in any way
The Problem
As organizations grow, maintaining an innovative culture can be a challenge
Larger size…↑ hierarchy
Intrapreneurship: bring entrepreneurial mindsets into large organizations
How? Professional network development
Young professional network
What it offers?
A chance to meet fellow young professionals
Help shape the organization that you want to see
Foster professional skill sets
Founding Principles
Peer-Support – Foster relationship building, networking and information
sharing
Growth fostering – Assist young professionals with developing skills and
competencies
Line of Communication –Encourage management and
young professionals interactions to share perspectives
Key RequirementsConsistent method of contact
Senior management support
Terms of reference
Short and long-term vision
Engaged membership
Chicken and the Egg Problem
How can a new network without a track record make an impact while also growing a membership base?
Early Stage Activities: Fun but less impact
Networking/socials
Lunch and learns
Charitable runs
Photo contests
Bi-weekly newsletter
Language exchange
Build a brand
II) Networks: start, grow, and support intrapreneurship
Avenue for intrapreneurship
More flexibility
Create a more horizontal organization
Consistently communicate
Get senior management support
How to take the next step?Launch event: ↑membership, executive support
Networking nights: ↑ membership
Bi-weekly newsletter
Engage partners for change
Move towards non- typical roles
Lunch & learns: build network value
Language exchange: big picture focus
Current Activities: Fun and more impactful
Talent managementTeambuildingNetworking
Human resourcesCommunications/marketing
Corporate strategyRegional outreach
Philanthrophy Learning & development
Results: How Networks Can Innovate (I)Horizontal organization: link top and bottom
Flexibility: move beyond traditional activities
Communications avenue
Seat at the table on organizational issues
Results: How Networks Can Innovate (II)
Core demographic data source
Re-evaluate program efficiencies
Break down boundaries
Create a greater sense of belonging & opportunity
Challenges
Subcommittee structureRegional outreach
Staying innovativeMaintaining the brand
Time lagsLimited resources
III) Applicability across sectors and lessons to entrepreneurs
Google’s 20% rule for employees
Case Studies In Intrapreneurship
A Focus On Millennials50% of work population by 2020
Large organizations will change to account for their expectations
Network development has been tailored to this demographic
What Do Millennials Really Want?
Self-assuredness, "can-do" attitude, and positive personal self-image
Teams
Networking
Leadership & guidance
Multi-tasking
Structure
Listen to them
Challenge & change
Technology literacy
Work-life balance
Fun, employee-centered workplace
What It All Means?Networks can build a big picture focus
Gain access to different skills sets
Better integrate your passions into your career
Tips For Intrapreneurs & Entrepreneurs
Maintain communications between levels
Stay flexible and re-tool when necessary
Consistently communicate
Get top level support
Know your brand
Keep a short and long term focus
Outline the impact that you want to have
Stay persistent
Key TakeawaysTry to understand how different parts of your
organization and the external environment complement each other
Don’t ever doubt that your passions and your work can’t intersect!
If you can’t figure out how to bring the two together, step back and take a look from a new direction!
Things do not change, we change.
-Henry David Thoreau
