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What’s going to separate the stand-out scaleups from the rest in 2025? Well, we dove into that very question last night as BIA Founder, Darius Moeini, took the stage at the brand-new CIC Berlin complex for a Masterclass on The High-Performance Organization. Hosted by HelloCircle, the event focused on the unique challenges faced by startups and scaleups looking to supercharge their leadership teams, drive growth, and tackle the messiness of scaling with confidence and clarity. Here’s a sneak peek at what went down: ✅ Manager Elevation: How giving your middle-managers ownership and upskilling them can level up your whole operation. ✅ Operating Systems: Why getting the right work design – org-design on team level – can make or break your performance and flexibility. ✅ Connected Goals: MbOs, KPIs, OKRs? Why OKRs are often a hot mess and how to finally get them right. ✅ Focus by Design: Practical tips on planning your year with recurring pockets of deep work - but at scale for the entire organization. And, of course, the evening wouldn’t be complete without some lively networking and real talk. Leaders from fast-growing startups and scaleups came together, swapping stories, sharing strategies, and brainstorming how to break through the challenges that come with scaling. A huge thank you to everyone who showed up and made it a night to remember. Let’s keep the momentum going and tackle 2025 with lazer-focus and big goals. 💪

Recap: HelloCircle’s People & Culture Breakfast—November Edition ☕ What a morning! Today’s breakfast was all about People Development Strategies and sparked some great conversations. Our founder, Darius Moeini, shared his take on how L&D strategies need to adapt in stable times vs. times of big change (like layoffs or restructuring). His key insight? Work Design is the must-have skill for today’s leaders. We also exchanged ideas on: - Keeping high-performance cultures strong - Positioning HR as a real driver of change Thanks to everyone who joined and shared their experiences—it’s always a pleasure learning from this community: Mara Wegert, Dr Nilima Gandhi, Barbara Iverson, Olha Kostiuchenko 🇺🇦 , Veronika Stránská, Gina Kreipe-Pflüger, Sylwia Gulik, Alena Shyshkina, Wilina B., Mahmoud Tawfik, Charlotte Heuser,Katja Wöhl, Aleksandra Grbic, Martina I., Viktoriia Tistruha, Anastasia Sukhomlinova ✨ What’s your top takeaway from today? Let’s hear it in the comments! #PeopleAndCulture #Leadership #HRCommunity #HelloCircle

📮 Principles & Practices | The HelloCircle Newsletter is hot off the press and here to deliver what actually works in fast-paced organizations: Leadership wisdom, minus the fluff. Join a community that turns leadership challenges into growth opportunities. What you'll get: ✨ Actionable leadership practices 🎯 Carefully curated events and masterclasses 💡 Real stories and strategies that drive results 🤝 Access to a community of forward-thinking leaders Whether you're scaling teams, driving organizational change, or looking to level up your leadership game - we've got you covered. 👉 Get it delivered straight to your inbox: https://lnkd.in/eXtKWvdy 🔗 Or follow us on LinkedIn for regular updates! #LeadershipDevelopment #PeopleAndCulture #Leadership #HR #PersonalDevelopment #ScaleUps

🌟 Join Us for Our People & Culture Breakfast | November Edition 🌟 📅 Date: Friday, November 22 ⏰ Time: 8:30 - 10:30 AM 📍 Location: BIA Pop-Up Studio, Bergstr. 16, 10115, Berlin Connect with like-minded HR, L&D, and People & Culture professionals over breakfast in a cozy, curated environment. This month's focus? Skills for High-Performance and People Development Strategies—a key factor in driving growth and retention in organizations. Gain actionable insights on fostering continuous learning, building high-performance frameworks, and aligning development with business goals. What You Can Expect: ✅ Real Conversations: Engage with peers facing similar challenges and share best practices. ✅ Actionable Insights: Leave with strategies to implement impactful development program ✅ A Cozy Experience: Limited to 15-25 professionals for meaningful connections. ✅ Local Breakfast: Coffee and bites sourced from our Berlin-based neighbours. Spaces are limited, so register soon! This is more than networking; it’s a chance to strengthen your skills and contribute to Berlin’s HR community. 👉 Request to Join Today: https://lnkd.in/ev-TGkBB

𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻’𝘀 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱? Join us for an impactful end-of-the-year masterclass and networking event for 𝘚𝘤𝘢𝘭𝘦𝘶𝘱 𝘍𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴, 𝘏𝘙 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘏𝘙 𝘛𝘦𝘤𝘩 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘺. Our founder, Darius Moeini, will share essential practices for high performance and transformation—from optimizing operating systems and mastering OKRs to harnessing the power of "method skills" to drive next-level agility and focus in your teams. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱? ✅ Real insights and connections with forward-thinking leaders ✅ Actionable strategies to fuel your 2025 goals 📍 CIC Berlin @ Görlitzer Park 📅 November 28, 5:00 - 8:00 PM 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁 ➡️ https://lu.ma/nbec3223

🎯 People Ops, L&D & HR Leaders: What's your biggest L&D challenge right now? 📅 Join us on Thursday, Nov 14 at 5PM to learn how Marília Lobo (Former Head of L&D at Zalando) tackled these challenges with global brands like Google and Unilever! Register now to learn new ways to level-up your L&D strategy! Link in comments ⬇️

🎯 Join Us For a Conversation with Zalando's Former Head of L&D We're thrilled to host Marília Lobo, former Head of Learning & Leadership Development at Zalando, for an insightful discussion on transforming L&D impact. 📅 Thursday, November 14, at 5 PM Are you struggling with content overload in your L&D initiatives? In this session, Marília draws from her extensive experience with global brands like Google, Unilever, Volkswagen, and J&J to share: - Strategic approaches to streamline your L&D efforts - Methods to transform learning into a growth catalyst - Frameworks for building agile, high-performing teams This session is crafted for: ✨ People Ops Professionals ✨ L&D Managers ✨ HR Leaders You'll walk away with: - Real-world insights you can apply immediately - Practical strategies for implementation - Answers to your pressing L&D questions through our interactive Q&A Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your L&D strategy! 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/eS7UKgmf #LeadershipDevelopment #LearningAndDevelopment #PeopleOps #HR #Innovation

“How You Feel in the Moment May Affect the Decision You Take " – Darius Moeini, Founder ☀️ At HelloCircle, we've been reflecting on this powerful insight from our founder. It got us thinking—how often do we check in with ourselves and assess our energy levels before diving into our day? Here’s a simple framework to help you identify your energy state and its impact on your work: 🟢 Performance Zone: High energy, positive emotions. You’re feeling upbeat, engaged, and optimistic—ready to tackle your goals head-on! 🟠 Survival Zone: High energy, negative emotions. You’re running on adrenaline but feeling anxious, impatient, or irritable. You’re getting things done, but at what cost? 🔴 Burnout Zone: Low energy, negative emotions. You feel exhausted, empty, or helpless. This is where prolonged stress catches up with you. 🔵 Renewal Zone: Low energy, positive emotions. You’re in a calm, peaceful state—recharging to bounce back to your performance zone. Take a moment today to ask yourself: "Which zone am I in?" #LeadershipDevelopment #EmployeeWellbeing #SelfAwareness #HRLeaders #PeopleAndCulture #WorkplaceExcellence #HelloCircle

Small Habits, Big Changes: The Role of Journaling in Self-Leadership True leadership starts with knowing yourself. Journaling is more than just putting thoughts on paper—it’s about creating a habit of reflection that leads to real growth and progress. To help you get started, we’ve put together a step-by-step journaling guide that makes it easy to celebrate your wins, tackle challenges, and set intentional goals each week. Swipe through our latest carousel to see how this simple practice can make a big impact on your journey to becoming a better leader. #LeadershipDevelopment #SelfAwareness #HelloCircle #GrowthMindset #Journaling #PeopleAndCulture

We're so looking forward to this engaging discussion next month with Marília Lobo, former Head of Learning and Leadership Development at Zalando. We’ll dive into her journey leading L&D at one of Europe’s top fashion platforms and explore practical ways to streamline your L&D efforts. Register now!