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Mei Lee

I look for opportunities to deepen my understanding and insightOften
I believe that people are more than their work and I am spiritually emotionally and socially considerateConsistently
I take time to think about work and the changes happening around usOften
I see how the work done today affects work that may be required tomorrowConsistently
I consider and discuss how decisions and actions could affect other work groupsConsistently
I share information and listen to others to make better decisionsConsistently
I pay attention to local and international current affairs which impact our businessOccasionally
I take time to understand the rest of our businessOften
I look for ways to improve our business processes and for reducing siloesOften
I am very aware listen really well and notice important clues that are not obvious to othersOccasionally

Please provide examples of how you demonstrate systems thinking and sense-making ability in your career

(Approx 100-300 words)

I demonstrate systems thinking and sense-making by understanding how each part of the agency connects and how small disruptions can ripple across teams. As a member of MANCO, I work closely with EXCO to identify dependencies, anticipate challenges, and ensure departments operate cohesively.

I have implemented and reorganized multiple internal systems to streamline studio operations, including in-depth handovers, quarterly reports, and aligned studio timelines that improve cross-team workflows. I regularly update credentials presentations to reflect our capabilities and strategically support client engagement.

I have also championed technology-driven improvements, advocating for timesheet and job management tools like Magnetic to reduce manual input, improve accountability, and enhance efficiency.

By translating complex interdependencies into practical systems, I enable both leadership and teams to make informed decisions. These interventions foster smoother workflows, stronger collaboration, and consistent output, ensuring the studio and agency can operate efficiently while driving sustained growth.

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