The mission of Redmond is to elevate the human experience. We accomplish this through how we develop our people, work with our customers and partners, and the impact our business makes on the world.

Collaboration is a way of life here at Redmond. We can do so much more together than on our own! However, defensiveness can cause us to shut down instead of seeking solutions together. Here’s how former judge Jim Tamm recommends working through defensiveness and the fears that fuel it.

Why does Redmond invest so much in hosting associate retreats? These retreats are so much more than nice vacations. These activities are a way to introduce new associates to our culture, build strong bonds between associates and teams, and get out of the everyday so we can open our minds to new ideas and possibilities.

Mark Rober brings his signature humor and wisdom to his 2023 commencement address at MIT, and shares a few key pieces of advice that have guided him in his life and career from a mechanical engineer at Apple and NASA to becoming a Youtube star and speaker. Here’s how the river of life, assuming good intent, and failing at Super Mario Brothers can help you make a positive impact on the world!

Pronoia is the idea that things generally work out, and that even the most challenging experiences in your life can turn into some of the most meaningful experiences. Here’s why we believe pronoia is the most pleasant, productive, and even logical way to live.

Redmond loves sponsoring activities like the Spartan race because it fits with our values and mission to elevate the human experience. Read about what our associates experienced during this challenging race, and what they learned as they scaled obstacles together.

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In his Ted Talk “Open Jar Thinking,” Jeff Whiting, a Broadway director and choreographer, describes a study about jumping fleas and what it can teach us about defying limitations, whether real or self-imposed. Here’s how we use Open Jar Thinking in our Redmond culture and operations.

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At Redmond, our vision is to elevate the human experience. The thing is, we know we’ll never “arrive” at this vision, but pursue it forever! The point of mastery isn’t to arrive to a place where you have nowhere else to go and nothing else to learn. The real mastery is in the pursuit and the drive to keep learning, improving, and growing. Here’s what this pursuit looks like at Redmond and how you can get on the path of mastery!

Continuous improvement is a key mindset in our culture at Redmond because it helps us make a positive impact on the world, and it makes our work more fun and fulfilling! Here’s how we make continuous improvement integral to our culture and how you can adopt this mindset in your everyday life.

Too many of us chase the type of success we’re told we’re supposed to want: the big salary, the important-sounding job, the big house, the fancy car. There’s nothing wrong with those, but what if those things don’t actually fulfill us? Here’s how to find real success with a lot less blood, sweat, and tears.

Part of elevating the human experience is helping people learn about their unique contribution to the world. To do this, we use a tool called the Three Circles to help you explore how your different strengths come together to create a meaningful contribution that only YOU can make.

In her Harvard Commencement speech, J.K. Rowling extols the value of failure, imagination, empathy, friendship, and how they all tie together and contribute to a meaningful life. Here’s why these elements are so integral to our fulfillment and how to make them part of your learning and growth.

Ubuntu, one of our Redmond Core Values, is a Nguni Bantu term that we’ve interpreted to mean, “I see you, I see me, and I am because we are.” It improves our relationships and makes collaboration and synergy possible. If we can’t see other people as people, we can’t really work well with them effectively. Bottom line: a couple, family, company, or any other group can’t truly succeed without Ubuntu.

We’ve all heard that anyone can put 10,000 hours into anything to become a master at it. But is that even true? And does that actually lead to real success? Here’s why dabblers might have an advantage, and why it’s okay if you haven’t found your “thing” yet.

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Renewal is one of our core values. This is what allows us to sustainably contribute, engage, learn, grow, and live our core values effectively in the long term!

We’re often reluctant to rethink things or update our opinions to accommodate new information. But rethinking is important! Here’s how to rethink so you can stay in line with your values, see the signs that it’s time to change course, and know when to quit.

You’ve heard that growth lies at the edge of your comfort zone, right? Growth and learning can be uncomfortable, but here’s how to lean into that discomfort so you can reap the rewards waiting for you on the other side.

Vulnerability is crucial for creating connections with other people, but it can be scary! Here are some tips for getting a little more comfortable with vulnerability so you can better connect with those around you.

Why do you resonate with some leaders? Why do some habits stick while others don’t? Why do you buy from some companies and avoid others? Here’s why the purpose behind actions and movements is far more compelling than facts and features, and how to use this information to get motivated in your everyday life.

Reflection is a key part of our process at Redmond because it allows us to understand what’s working and what’s not, and how we can move forward! Here’s how to make reflection a habit in your own life, and how to use it as a tool for continuous growth.

Does the question “What are you passionate about?” make you want to hide under a rock? Do you want to live a passionate life, even if you aren’t sure what your one passion IS? In this month’s topic, you’ll learn what passion actually is and why you can stop trying so hard to find it.

You know passion is important for a good life, but passion for contribution is what really gives you a sense of purpose! Here’s how to cultivate a love for being helpful and how that contributes to a life of meaning and joy.

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What is culture, and why do we talk about it so much at Redmond? Here’s what we mean by “culture,” how it shapes everything we do at home and at work, and how you can integrate helpful culture concepts into your life, whether you’re a Redmond associate or not!

You’ve heard how important gratitude is to happiness, but how do you make gratitude a habit? How do you feel grateful when you’re going through a hard time? Our November topic presents a refreshing, approachable take on gratitude and how to make it an integral part of your life, regardless of your circumstances.

Our core values are at the center of everything we do here at Redmond. These values drive our actions and help us elevate our human experience! Here’s a breakdown of these values and tips you can try TODAY to implement these into your life and reap the benefits in your health, work, relationships, and spiritual growth.

The Bad News: as individuals, we humans don’t actually know that much. We also believe a LOT of things that just aren’t true. 

The Good News: Because our thinking is a social process, we are actually wired for collaboration. Read more about how we can harness this ability to create far more together than we ever could on our own!

It’s easy to get stuck in the false dichotomy of either/or and having to choose between different things that are important to you. But we believe you really CAN have it all, and that shedding the notion of false dichotomies is the first step to creating a meaningful life filled with things that truly matter to you.

At Redmond, our mission is to Elevate the Human Experience. And not just the experiences of our associates, but those of our families, customers, future generations, and everyone we come in contact with (including YOU!). Here’s what Elevating the Human Experience means to us, and some actionable tips you can adopt to elevate YOUR human experience in body, heart, mind, and spirit.

Did you know that your happiness is more about your perspective and less about your circumstances? It’s science! Based on Shawn Achor’s TedTalk “The Happy Secret to Better Work,” here’s how happiness can actually help you succeed and a few simple tricks to rewire your brain to be happier, every day.