Mariana Castro’s Post

It’s been a few weeks since I started a sabbatical to take my mind off work and spend time with my family and loved ones before embarking on my next challenge in September as Modern Workplace Vice President, which I'm so excited about already. I’m thankful for this moment, a break like this is vital to reset my thoughts and have time to live new experiences (thank you #Microsoft), so I can get ready to jump into #ModernWorkplace with all my energy. Can’t wait to come back fresh! See you soon, #LinkedIn!

From the 3 top takeaways from this beyond inspiring podcast with Janice Omadeke, PMP, I couldn't agree more with this: mentors should not feel pressured to be seen as perfect. Being transparent and sharing incidents of failure and vulnerability without ego is when the magic happens.  Throughout my journey, being honest with my team was one of the best learnings I ever had. Above anything, we are all people, and having #tech as an ally to keep driving and embracing a close connection with your team - no matter where - can sure boost the power of proximity across the globe 👇 https://aka.ms/AAhjej3

With the right support and tools, #hybridwork can unlock potential for a workplace that works for everyone, that is the most important aspect to keep in mind. The shift to a #hybrid workplace begins with culture, one that embraces a growth mindset, and a willingness to reimagine nearly every aspect of the way work gets done. Super insightful article from Harvard Business Review 👇

A successful shift to #hybridwork starts by enabling trust and flexibility. There is no doubt that building new workplaces that cover fulfillment for employees and better business outcomes in the hybrid era is key nowadays. Reimaging Culture inside organizations can be a vital starting point!  Fourth and last episode of our “Guide to Reimagining Work” video series is ready to go 👇

I’ve been a part of #Microsoft for many years and something I am sure of is that change is a constant in this company, and today I'm happy to share I'm stepping into a new chapter in what has already been a wonderful journey for me here, joining the Customer Solutions team as Vice President of Modern Work. I am thrilled to have the opportunity to engage with one of the biggest transformations recent years have brought to every organization on the planet.  Microsoft #LatinAmerica team: what a ride! The energy and passion this team has is unparalleled. You all are transforming our communities, our cities, and our countries. You are the #MapMakers and the future of this region, and I have been extremely fortunate to have been a part of this. LATAM will always be my home. I feel honored to bring a bit of LATAM wherever I go, and I couldn't be prouder to continue representing our region along with the other regions within Microsoft and beyond. Thank you to each one of you, for everything you do, and for making these past years some of the best ones in my life.

One of our passions at #Microsoft is to keep driving #inclusion with action! Our backgrounds and all the little details about us make us who we are, these are our biggest gifts, and being proud of them is vital. Listen to what #pride means for our LATAM team! 👇🌈 Through our #MicrosoftUnlocked initiative we celebrate stories from the heart and soul of #innovation throughout the year and our inaugural edition, "#Pride has no borders", brought together #LGBTQIA+ employees and allies. It’s an open invitation for everyone to join: https://lnkd.in/gKJkE-R7 #microsoftpride

Thinking back on these past two years, I've met and worked with many people through remote and #hybrid means of communication. These 4 tips are crucial for me, and one that helped me a lot was to acknowledge how much one-on-ones make connections easier and deeper. What are your insights on onboarding people in a hybrid world?   The third episode of "Reimagining Work" is below! 👇

The second episode of the "Reimagining Work" series is up! 👇 Something I try to do when working with my team and during meetings is using checklists to make sure we are being inclusive with everyone. Apart from these 3 tips, keeping track of time and making sure the meeting is indeed required, and that an e-mail is not enough, are key to creating a culture of appreciation and give the opportunity for valuable moments to take place with the team. #Hybridwork

Is your head in the #cloud?  From vision and strategy to culture and capabilities, the #cloud plays a vital role to unlock value and lead organizations to success. Together with our partners, we are empowering people to achieve more with the right #technology. Thanks for the great experience Wipro, it's exciting to share how far the power of the cloud can boost value for different industries, no matter their level of transformation. Thank you for the invite!

Something I've learned through the years is that we need to be the change we want to see in the world. Together, we can do so much, but starting may be the most challenging part, so why not be the change? Little by little, we'll get there! Such a thoughtful article from Forbes, highly recommended! #diversity #inclusion