The Uno reverse card, popular in the game of Uno, essentially allows a player to shift the direction of the game. I would step in and 'fix' the situation for them. No questions asked, no justifications needed.
At any point during their tenure, if these graduates found themselves in a challenging situation, they could play this card. This wasn't a mere symbolic gesture it carried a profound promise. Recognizing this, I introduced an approach to onboarding that not only eases this transition but also fosters a culture of innovation, risk-taking, and collective learning.Ī few years ago, I began handing out an 'Uno reverse card' to every new graduate joining our division. However, the transition from academia to the professional realm can be daunting. These young minds, brimming with potential, are eager to make their mark. In the corporate world, onboarding new graduates is akin to nurturing saplings. The Uno Reverse Card Approach: Empowering Graduates from Day One