Pixar gets it - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog

Pixar gets it - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog The Holllywwod way of organizing a movie is by using only contract labour. The vast majority of movie people, from grips and gaffers to high-paid actors, are in essence self-employed and are hired for one movie at a time. Pixar goes against this trend, by focusing on people: Contracts allow you to be irresponsible as a company. You dont need to worry about keeping people happy and fulfilled. What we have created here an incredible workspace, opportunities to learn and grow, and, most of all, great co-workers is better than any contract. Weve made the leap from an idea-centered business to a people-centered business. Instead of developing ideas, we develop people. Instead of investing in ideas, we invest in people. Were trying to create a culture of learning, filled with lifelong learners. Its no trick for talented people to be interesting, but its a gift to be interested. We want an organization filled with interested people. Says Randy S. Nelson, the dean of Pixar University. Among the advatages cited are: * People learn to work more efficiently together through long-term collaborations * People can better support each other through difficult creative processes * A culture of learning * People have more fun Also check out the amazing offices at Pixar. Thanks for visiting my blog. If you're new here, you should check out this list of my 10 most popular articles. And if you want more great tips and ideas you should check out our newsletter about happiness at work. It's great and it's free :-)Share this:LinkedInFacebookTwitterRedditPinterest Related