Leadership

Cross-functional Work: Getting Out of Our Siloes

Whether we are in a formal matrix structure, a matrix role or work through a web of people to get things done, today’s work requires us to work side to side, across the organization. For our own careers and for the success of the organization, we can’t remain in the comfortable confines of our functional, geographical or product siloes. The complex solutions and decisions that move businesses forward are found in the lateral work - with partners scattered across the organization and around the globe.

Master the Matrix, 2nd Edition, is based on the discussions, questions and ideas of thousands of participants and clients who have used this powerful, practical framework to make sense of cross-functional work. It is backed by the quantitative results from Finerty Consulting’s Matrix180 and Cross-Functional Influence 180 assessment tools, interviews and surveys.

Structured around the stories of practioners and considered the gold standard of “how to” in our matrixed, cross-functional organizations, this book is as relatable as it is reliable. Bonus material includes making it work in virtual work environments and what to look for when hiring for cross-functional roles..

Introducing Matrix Management 2.0™ - the New Game in Town

Take the journey with Leon and Lisa and learn how you can make your matrix organization a success.

Most organizations are still playing the old game – the Vertical Management 1.0 game. You know; the one where you need authority to get things done; where all the power lies with the leaders of the vertical silos; the one that makes working on cross-functional teams difficult. This game has been played for 60 years, and most organizations have a difficult time making it work for them.

Some organizations are choosing a new game to help them improve organizational effectiveness and efficiency, to push them past their competition – Matrix Management 2.0™. In this 4-book series, you’ll learn all about this new game – why you need to play, and what the rules are for playing.

Leon, the CEO and owner of a growing consulting organization, is working with Lisa, a Matrix Management 2.0™ expert, to resolve the challenges he faces running his matrix organization.

Their conversation continues from our previous book (Matrix Management Reinvented: Book 1 – The New Game in Town) and this time, the focus is on leadership.