It's been said that "If everyone is thinking alike, then somebody isn't thinking." When we come to the table to discuss, we’re bound to disagree. And that’s ok… really. But when that occurs, we abide by what we’re calling the 15/6 Principle: “We have the right to disagree (#15).” But when we do, "we make decisions based on the good of the entire organization (#6).”
Let me be the first to say it: “It’s OK to Agree to Disagree.” But that’s just the starting point.
As I do with all new employees, when I go through the pages of the Datamax Little Blue Book, oftentimes #6 comes first: “Make decisions based on the good of the entire organization.” Of course that makes sense to people. However, as we progress through the book, I point out another big one, #15: “We have the right to disagree.”
President, Datamax Inc.
You should never have to beg. More often than not, constructive conflict yields better outcomes. In the spirit of “Problem Seek, Problem Solve,” and “Respect the Ideas and Opinions of Others,” the Hot Springs Sales Team expands on why there’s no shame in healthy conflict with a shared goal.
The 15/6 Principle: 15 ways to respectfully disagree without your coworkers to maintain a positive working relationship and do what's best for the organization.
At the HSTI technology convention last month, Datamax employees demonstrated Lexmark's real-time translation scan solution: Translation Assistant.
It's summertime: The perfect time of year to use a little bit of that PTO and head out on the road with family. Click below for a refresh on what our PTO policy.
We have the right to disagree, and that's a GOOD thing. But it's not the last thing. Datamax Texas President David Rhodes shares insights on how healthy conflict leads to productive discussion from all perspectives, action items, and ultimately, a resolution that's good for all parties involved.
Stephen Johnson
Tyler
Stephen Creates Raving Fans out of the people he shares the shop and warehouse with in Tyler. Director of Operations Justin Harper picks just three reasons why this parts coordinator is helping this team be as productive as it can be.
Dave Duke
Little Rock
Dave Duke knows big, corporate accounts. He knows building strong relationships. And, rest assured, he knows he loves it here at Datamax. Read more about why this senior account representative never dreads coming into the office.
Jeremy Quinn
Longview
When Jeremy stepped away from the retail "box" and into office equipment sales in East Texas, he experienced a welcome change - one in which he fully controlled his destiny. Landing one East Texas school district reaffirms that his future is bright here.
Arkansas Municipal League
Arkansas
Being part of our communities means partnering with their organizations. We continued our partnership with the Arkansas Municipal League by attending their 89th annual convention last month. Pictured: Kathleen Fitzpatrick and Jim Sutton.
There is no disagreement here. Those who know him are Raving Fans of Robert Winston and everything he does for his Datamax team. We celebrate his promotion to the Arkansas Connectivity Team.
Tell us about your family: I enjoy spending time with my parents who live in St. Louis, MO, and my two brothers! I look forward to seeing my family on the holidays, over the summer, and our yearly Denver trip!
Hometown: I grew up in St. Louis, MO and moved to Little Rock upon graduating college. If you ever visit STL, you must check out Ted Drewes! It is one of my favorite ice cream spots.
Hobbies: I enjoy running, reading, baking, and traveling!
When you're not at Datamax, what are you a Raving Fan of? I enjoy spending time with my friends here in Little Rock.
Tell us about your family: I have 8 siblings, 2 granddaughters, 2 sons, and my wife, LaQuanda Saygo.
Hometown: I am from Milwaukee, WI.
Hobbies: I’m an avid reader, I like basketball, fishing, baseball, cooking & chess!
When you're not at Datamax, what are you a Raving Fan of? When I’m not at Datamax, I love to play chess, fly kites and drones with the grands; & go to the rodeo.
We love welcoming our new employees. That's why we've added the Datamax New Hire Dashboard – so you can get to know a little more about our new hires right off the bat. If you see one of these folks around the office, please say "hello! "
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Not only am I honored and excited about being named 'Best Places to Work' for seven straight years. To me, it’s more about all of our employees. I want to thank them for their open and honest feedback and for enabling Datamax to win this year after year.”
- Barry Simon
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Marketing Communications Manager
Jeff Walker serves as the Marketing Communications Manager at Datamax Inc. Prior to joining Datamax, he worked as a reporter, critic and editor before becoming the Marketing Director at East Texas Copy Systems in Tyler, TX.
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