CodeControl Culture Playbook V1 (June 2019)
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This document outlines the values and culture of an organization called CodeControl. It describes 7 core values that unite the tribe, including finding solutions, striving for excellence, trying and failing and learning, being good, being remote first, being transparent, and supporting others. The document also presents a manifesto about the future of work, believing that work will remain human, professionals will gain more agency through skills and experience, lifelong learning and connections will be important, and organizations will evolve beyond top-down structures to nurture their people. It concludes by stating this is just the beginning for the organization as it continues to grow and fulfill its mission of enabling professionals to realize fulfilling work.
CodeControl Culture Playbook V1 (June 2019)
- 1. CULTURE PLAYBOOK v1 - June 2019
- 3. We care about professionals: finding, supporting, growing, and nurturing them. Our team, our tal- ent, our partners, theyre at the heart of everything we do. We wont stop short of that. This is what gets each of us out of bed in the morn- ing. And its what drives us as an organization. We started with some of the worlds most talent- ed freelancers and dedicated ourselves to match- ing them with world-class projects and companies who needed their services. Were now building a vibrant community of pro- fessionals over the world and helping to influence a movement. Humans first. We exist to enable professionals to realize fulfilling work. INTRODUCTION 3
- 4. V A L U E S
- 5. Our people are what make this all possible: their dedication, their passion, their experience, their ex- pertise. Without them, wed just be another hiring firm. But were not. Were helping to shape the fu- ture of work and serving professionals every step of the way. If youre reading this, youre one of those special peo- ple. And you make this place special. Thank you for being part of our tribe. With any tribe, there are things that keep us togeth- er values that we live by and beliefs that we share. Our own code... or DNA. Welcome to the CodeControl Tribe. VALUES 5
- 6. We make things instead of theorizing. We roll up our sleeves and get our hands dirty. We embrace challenges and get sh*t done. 1. Find solutions, take action. We succeed when everyone takes pride in their work and gives their best. Good isnt enough. We aim for outstanding in all that we do. 2. Strive for excellence. VALUES 6
- 7. Even when things are crazy, we find time to support one another. To make each other successful. Were all in this together. And well always lend a helping hand to those in need. 4. Support others. VALUES 7 As we try, sometimes well fail - thats part of life. But when we do, we al- ways learn and take these lessons with us moving forward. 3. Try, fail, learn.
- 8. When in doubt, we do the right thing. Simple enough. But its a good mot- to to live by. No one likes an assh*le. Were here to bring positivity to the world. 5. Be good. We encourage location-agnostic work. Live your life where you want to live it. As long as you get your work done and support others, you could be living on Mars. Well, maybe not Mars. But Moroc- co, no problem. 6. Remote first. VALUES 8
- 9. We dont keep secrets. We believe in openness and transparency. In com- munication without fear. In bringing each other into the process. Were open books. 7. Be transparent. VALUES 9
- 11. Were living in exciting times. We believe the future brings opportunities for all professionals. Opportunities for more purposeful work, more autonomy, and more connection. Yes, things are changing quickly. But change can be beautiful. Were optimistic about the future. We view it from a lens of optimism. The future means opportunity. MANIFESTO 11
- 12. A lot more tasks will be automated. But humans will still be needed. Creativity, collaboration, strategy, complex deci- sion-making, problem-solving, emotional intelligence, these are all human skills. CodeControl offers great work opportuni- ties for professionals. From human to hu- man. WE BELIEVE: With more experience and skills, well have more control of our lives.More choice. More autonomy. More opportuni- ty to choose the path we take. CodeControl empowers individuals to find that agency and get closer to living a self-determined life. WE BELIEVE: The future of work is human. The future means more agency. MANIFESTO 12
- 13. With technology, well stay connect- ed with our people and collaborate over a lifetime. Which is great, because the complex challenges of tomorrow re- quire us working together, today and for a long time to come. CodeControl connects fellow profession- als and creates space for them to stay in touch over time. WE BELIEVE: Continuous improvement will allow us to keep up with the changing times. It will also give us opportunities to work on a range of things and live more prosperous lives. CodeControl sets the stage for meaning- ful personal and professional develop- ment. WE BELIEVE: MANIFESTO 13 Lifelong learning will keep us fit. Connections last a lifetime.
- 14. Top down approaches are no longer fit for purpose. Organizations are living or- ganisms that must nurture their people. They must be inclusive and celebrate ev- ery type of work contribution. They must adapt. CodeControl operates as a fluid organi- zation, welcoming freelancers, full-time employees, and anyone in between. WE BELIEVE: Organizations will never be the same. MANIFESTO 14
- 16. This is only the beginning for us. The start of a great story. Well continue to evolve and grow; fail and learn from our mistakes; break and re- build processes; and question and refine the ways in which we show up for one an- other. And well do it with patience, care, and humility. Because thats what tribes do they push forward and keep centered on their mission. Ours is to enable professionals to realize fulfilling work. The saga continues. Heres to that future. CONCLUSION 16