How can you combine company culture with into a functional tool of productivity? These desk topper flags function as a symbol of our values as well as a stop light.

The Matchstic Flag is a strong representation of our values. So, when we needed a traffic control system to decrease interruptions around the office, we took a tutorial from Public School. You see, as our team has grown and our project management has improved, we have been sensitive to the time we spend taking away from others productivity. We realized we were diminishing our output because we were having to switch gears from one project to another.

These desk topper flags function as a symbol of our distinctives as well as a stop light. The position of the flag communicates the level of availability for each person. A flag hoisted high says, "I'm really getting a lot done right now, and it would be great if I could keep focused." Half-masted flags mean "I am busy working, but if you have a question about a project, we can talk." A lowered flag says,"Heck Yes, I want to see that youtube video."

There is a lot of discussion around this topic now days. What do you do in order to increase productivity? How does your office protect the momentum of its employees working on a project?

For those of you who have never been exposed to our values:

Red | Courage. Excellence comes at a risk. Risk of humiliation. Risk of failure. In order to risk, one must have Courage. Courage to act in accordance with beliefs, in spite of criticism. We must also encourage our clients to take the risks they need to take in order to accomplish their dreams. Courage is not easy, but it is a vital component of building a brand and working at Matchstic.  Red represents that courage.

White | Truth. We are in a constant pursuit of truth. We are not manipulative marketers. We are seekers of truth. We dig for gold and bring it to the surface, clean out all the dirt, and hold it tall for all to see. Truth is excellence. Truth is what’s right, not what one wants. Truth is sought after with unmatched urgency. Truth is always black and white, hence the white bar of the flag.

Blue | Harmony. Great relationships are the cornerstone of great work. Great relationships internally. Great relationships with clients. Great relationships with partners & vendors. Great relationships with our community. When there is no dissonance, but pure harmony, then and only then does pure beauty soar. Great work always starts with Harmony.  The sky blue color is a great representation of Harmony.

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