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The Significance of Our Theme
THEY DOUBTED THAT IT COULD HAVE BEEN DONE.
But then, what did they know about us? What do they know about us, even now? Those who think it cannot be done should get out of the way and make room for those who are doing it.
As we work, every day, our story is being written. The incidents and accomplishments, the challenges and the subtle successes, the deep pride in our journey and our passion for the future make our story what it is. It makes us who we are.
Something attracted us to the notion of crafting and creating something out of what appeared to be rubble. Those of us who came saw the potential resurgence, and over time, have shaped the way we are recognised and have given life to our reputation as resilient performers, resolute in our commitment to achieving success.
In many ways at Heritage, we are walking multiple roads, responding to varied expectations, managing multiple demands. As an organisation, we are able to balance the sometimes confl icting demands of performance, safety and profi tability, fi nding that space in which we address immediate issues and concerns even as we take the long view, conscious of our legacy to future generations.
To date, we have set in place the foundations of that legacy – we have turned the company in the direction of a profi table enterprise. We have quieted some of the doubts about our decision to be part of this organisation and its ability to survive and thrive.
We are now an organisation that leverages its success to encourage development across communities. We INSPIRE other organisations nationwide, supporting eff orts that empower people and build a nation.
The space we have created – the space in which we make our contribution – is changing. It is becoming a space in which people believe in themselves, their colleagues and partners and the possibilities that lie ahead for all.
Are there doubts and concerns? Yes, there are. But the climate at Heritage addresses these in the spirit of innovation, nimbleness and respect. We look at these issues as potential doorways to achieving even more than we have thus far. Our conversations do not linger on the diffi culties, but they shift to exploration of solutions. Our language refl ects possibility, a sense of 'yes we can'. Our successes to date have revealed our creativity, our determination, our ability to collaborate – we recognise and revel in this.
We have become an organisation that demonstrates multiple dimensions of leadership. In-house, our leadership is seen in the ability to infl uence ourselves, others and the organisation as a whole. It is a space in which we all learn and grow, guiding one another towards the fulfi llment of the Heritage Vision. Our mutually supportive working relationships are rooted in respect for all and our individual experiences and contributions.
Externally, Heritage is a beacon of leadership in the industry, the economy and across the region. An exemplary organisation, we have provided another example of local leadership and pride, showing what can be done. As a voice that is sought after and listened to, we continue to shape the future of the organisation and the country and provide thought leadership, creating opportunities for individual development and success.
We are conscious of our values. We know them, and we acknowledge them as the pillars of our culture and the way we work. We understand and appreciate these values, discussing them and the way they make a difference and shape our day-to-day interactions. These discussions about our behaviours reinforce our values, our beliefs and our aspirations. They speak to who we are. We encourage one another to seek the links between what we do and what we believe and stand for. The stories we tell and the anecdotes we remember reflect this. They celebrate who we are as an organisation and as individuals. Our stories help us understand ourselves and others. They help guide us to affirm our beliefs, to celebrate our victories, to sharpen our perspectives, and to understand who we are and why we are. In our quiet moments, they reenergise us.
We belong … we are part of a whole, a team and an organisation that create a sense of belonging and partnership. It is a space in which we can bring our diverse gifts to the table, listen to and respect what others bring – their gifts and their gaps. And we harness this in the interest of building, belonging, growing and creating a powerful future that benefits us all when we say, 'This is my Heritage. One Team. One Journey'.
