Vision, conviction, and hype: How to build 0 to 1 inside a company | Mihika Kapoor (Product at Figma)

Diversity

Celebrating diversity within a team is crucial for fostering a strong company culture. Mihika Kapoor shares her experience at Figma, where she organized a unique event to appreciate the quirks and contributions of team members. By creating a playful environment with Oscar-style awards, she emphasized the importance of recognizing individual differences and building connections beyond work roles 1.

Figma has this core value called play, which I love, which really emphasizes just that everyone should be having fun at all times, and work should be fun, and gathering should be fun.

--- Mihika Kapoor

This approach not only strengthens team bonds but also encourages a culture of trust and collaboration, making the workplace more enjoyable and resilient 2.

   

Rituals

Team rituals play a significant role in creating a close-knit team culture. Mihika Kapoor introduced the 'hot seat' game at Figma, where team members share personal stories, fostering deeper connections and understanding among colleagues 3. This tradition has spread throughout the company, highlighting its effectiveness in building camaraderie.

Hot seat is this game where you go around the table and each person gets two minutes on the clock. And everyone else at the table can ask them anything.

--- Mihika Kapoor

Additionally, embracing weaknesses and understanding personal strengths are vital for team growth. Mihika emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and hiring to complement individual blind spots, ensuring a well-rounded team 4.