Jay is more than just the host of All About Change podcast. He is a lawyer and international activist, who has focused his life’s work on seeking social justice by advocating for the rights of people with disabilities worldwide. On the special episode of All About Change, Mijon Zulu, the managing producer of the "All About Change" podcast, is taking over hosting duties to interview Jay Ruderman about his new book, his activist journey, and why activism is even more important today. Episode Chapters (0:00) intro (02:38) How does one choose a cause to go after? (03:33) Jay’s path to activism (07:50) Practical steps a new activist can take (09:24) Confrontation vs trolling (17:36) Learning from activists operating in different sectors (19:20) Resilience in activism (22:24) Reflections on Find Your Fight and goodbye For video episodes, watch on www.youtube.com/@therudermanfamilyfoundation Stay in touch: X: @JayRuderman | @RudermanFdn LinkedIn: Jay Ruderman | Ruderman Family Foundation Instagram: All About Change Podcast | Ruderman Family Foundation To learn more about the podcast, visit https://allaboutchangepodcast.com/ Looking for more insights into the world of activism? Be sure to check out Jay’s brand new book, Find Your Fight , in which Jay teaches the next generation of activists and advocates how to step up and bring about lasting change. You can find Find Your Fight wherever you buy your books, and you can learn more about it at www.jayruderman.com .…
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I’m Wendy Brand, Your Culture Coach, dedicated to supporting people-first leaders. Each week we dive into strategies and insights to help you build a workplace where employees feel valued, motivated, and inspired. From fostering tribal values and improving core processes to developing inclusive communities and responsive listening strategies, we cover it all.
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Join me weekly for practical tips, expert interviews, and real-world examples to help you boost productivity, extinguish burnout and cultivate a vibrant organizational culture that reflects your mission, vision and values.
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Send us a text If you’ve ever struggled to find the right people in a labor-driven industry—or felt the pressure of filling high-turnover roles while still protecting your company culture—this episode is for you. This week, I sat down with Hannah Dannecker, Managing Partner at The Better Together Group, a staffing agency that specializes in connecting skilled workers with companies that truly value their people. Hannah is on a mission to bridge the gap between previous working generations and Gen Z to create an open environment where we can work Better Together. In this conversation, we talk about multi-generational workplaces and dive in to leading Gen Z employees. And you’ll hear a little bit about my parenting style, and also my leadership style which I believe helps regardless of your generational identity. Whether you're a CEO trying to scale responsibly or a CHRO navigating the complexities of frontline staffing I think you’ll enjoy Hannah's real-world lessons and experience that she shares. ____________________________ With 25+ years of leadership experience, spanning multiple roles across corporations and non-profits, I have gained a wealth of experience in understanding what makes organizations successful. Culture Strategy Session Calls: https://culturecoachwendy.com/strategysessions/ CONNECT WITH ME Website: CultureCoachWendy.com LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/wendybrand/ Instram: Instagram.com/culturecoachwendy YouTube: YouTube.com/@CultureCoachWendy The CultureCoach Podcast Page: CultureCoachWendy.com/podcasts /…
Send us a text Culture Strategy Session Calls: https://culturecoachwendy.com/strategysessions/ I’m thrilled to bring you a special conversation with Elena Wells, Executive Director for the San Antonio Local Organizing Committee for the 2025 NCAA Men’s Final Four. And, Vice President of National Events at San Antonio Sports. With just days to go until tipoff, Elena shares what it takes to lead a high-performing team under pressure — and how to build culture in fast, dynamic environments. We explore how her journey has come full circle from her early days supporting the Final Four to now leading one of the most impactful sporting events in the country. ____________________________ With 25+ years of leadership experience, spanning multiple roles across corporations and non-profits, I have gained a wealth of experience in understanding what makes organizations successful. Culture Strategy Session Calls: https://culturecoachwendy.com/strategysessions/ CONNECT WITH ME Website: CultureCoachWendy.com LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/wendybrand/ Instram: Instagram.com/culturecoachwendy YouTube: YouTube.com/@CultureCoachWendy The CultureCoach Podcast Page: CultureCoachWendy.com/podcasts /…
Send us a text ✅ Take the Culture Compass Quiz: https://culturecoachwendy.com/quiz/ 📅 Join me for a free Culture Strategy Session: https://culturecoachwendy.com/strategysessions/ If you’ve ever wondered how to scale a purpose-driven brand without compromising your culture , this episode is for you. --- This week on The Culture Coach Podcast , I sit down with Shane Evans , Co-Founder of Massage Heights (now Heights Wellness Retreat ), who shares her incredible journey from solving her own back pain to building a national wellness brand with 115 locations in the US and Canada. But this episode isn’t just about business growth—it’s about the intentional culture decisions that made it possible. Shane pulls back the curtain on: How her brand is evolving to meet today’s demand for holistic wellness What it takes to stay rooted in values while expanding across the country How wellness and culture are now inseparable for modern businesses Whether you're a CEO navigating growth or a Chief People Officer shaping culture at scale, Shane’s story will challenge and inspire the way you think about brand, leadership, and employee well-being. 🎧 Tune in and discover why culture is your most strategic advantage. ____________________________ With 25+ years of leadership experience, spanning multiple roles across corporations and non-profits, I have gained a wealth of experience in understanding what makes organizations successful. Culture Strategy Session Calls: https://culturecoachwendy.com/strategysessions/ CONNECT WITH ME Website: CultureCoachWendy.com LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/wendybrand/ Instram: Instagram.com/culturecoachwendy YouTube: YouTube.com/@CultureCoachWendy The CultureCoach Podcast Page: CultureCoachWendy.com/podcasts /…
Send us a text Join the conversation & sign up for the FREE Culture Check-In Strategy Sessions: culturecoachwendy.com/strategysessions In this solo episode of The Culture Coach Podcast , host Wendy Brand dives into the pressing issue of declining employee engagement and what leaders can do about it. With recent Gallup data showing engagement at its lowest point in a decade, Wendy explores the key drivers behind this troubling trend—rapid organizational change, remote and hybrid work challenges, and shifting employee expectations. She breaks down how leaders can use the THRIVE Culture Framework to combat disengagement, improve workplace culture, and drive business success. Wendy walks through each of the six pillars— Tribal Values, Helpful Processes & Systems, Responsive Listening, Inclusivity & Belonging, Visible Career Paths, and Empowering Rewards & Recognition —offering actionable insights for CEOs and HR leaders looking to create a more connected and motivated workforce. ____________________________ With 25+ years of leadership experience, spanning multiple roles across corporations and non-profits, I have gained a wealth of experience in understanding what makes organizations successful. Culture Strategy Session Calls: https://culturecoachwendy.com/strategysessions/ CONNECT WITH ME Website: CultureCoachWendy.com LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/wendybrand/ Instram: Instagram.com/culturecoachwendy YouTube: YouTube.com/@CultureCoachWendy The CultureCoach Podcast Page: CultureCoachWendy.com/podcasts /…
Send us a text Today, I sit down with Chuck Salvo, former Disney Institute veteran and self-proclaimed "Chief Happiness Architect," to discuss his new book "RAVE: How to Respect and Value Everyone." Drawing from his 15 years at Disney and extensive experience working with organizations worldwide, you’ll hear Chuck share practical insights on building authentic workplace connections and creating a culture where every voice matters. Here are a few of my takeaways: 1. Culture isn't just about mission and vision statements - it needs a clear, intentional structure that includes a common purpose and well-defined standards that everyone can understand and embrace. 2. The most effective organizational culture is uniquely yours - while you can learn from other companies, your culture needs to reflect your organization's specific identity and values. 3. Understanding personality types (like being expressive, analytical, or amiable) helps build better relationships, but it's more important to be genuine than to perfectly mirror others' styles. 4. The "Detective Badge" tool provides a practical 5-point framework for building relationships. 5. The golden rule still applies - treating others the way you want to be treated remains a fundamental principle for building respectful workplace relationships. Grab a copy of Chuck's book R.A.V.E.: How to Respect and Value Everyone!—A Journey of Life Lessons From Disney and Beyond https://a.co/d/7sIpNKA Or connect with Chuck and his team here: https://salvoinnovativesolutions.com/ I hope you’ll join us again next week for more intentional culture conversation. If you’d like a free Culture Consultation, message me on LinkedIn or email me at wendy@culturecoachwendy.com . See you next week. ____________________________ With 25+ years of leadership experience, spanning multiple roles across corporations and non-profits, I have gained a wealth of experience in understanding what makes organizations successful. Culture Strategy Session Calls: https://culturecoachwendy.com/strategysessions/ CONNECT WITH ME Website: CultureCoachWendy.com LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/wendybrand/ Instram: Instagram.com/culturecoachwendy YouTube: YouTube.com/@CultureCoachWendy The CultureCoach Podcast Page: CultureCoachWendy.com/podcasts /…
Send us a text High-performing teams don’t happen by accident—they’re built intentionally. In this episode of The Culture Coach Podcast , I break down Wiley’s Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team and give you actionable strategies to strengthen trust, encourage healthy conflict, drive commitment, reinforce accountability, and focus on results. If you’re a CEO or C-suite leader struggling with employee engagement and retention, this episode will give you practical steps to create a more aligned, motivated, and high-performing team. You’ll also hear key stats and insights on why culture is a competitive advantage and how leaders can directly influence team success. Key Takeaways: Why trust is the foundation of a thriving workplace—and how to build it The secret to getting team buy-in and commitment on key decisions Why peer accountability is more effective than top-down pressure Want to assess your organization’s culture and find out where you stand? Take the FREE Culture Quiz now at culturecoachwendy.com/quiz . 🎧 Listen now and start building a stronger, more engaged team today! ____________________________ With 25+ years of leadership experience, spanning multiple roles across corporations and non-profits, I have gained a wealth of experience in understanding what makes organizations successful. Culture Strategy Session Calls: https://culturecoachwendy.com/strategysessions/ CONNECT WITH ME Website: CultureCoachWendy.com LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/wendybrand/ Instram: Instagram.com/culturecoachwendy YouTube: YouTube.com/@CultureCoachWendy The CultureCoach Podcast Page: CultureCoachWendy.com/podcasts /…
Send us a text Today, I’m sitting down with Dr. Deborah Heiser, an applied developmental psychologist and aging specialist, to explore a topic that every business leader should care about—how aging impacts leadership, career transitions, and workplace culture. As a CEO, you’re not just growing a business; you’re also evolving as a leader, navigating different stages of personal and professional growth. Dr. Heiser brings a fresh perspective on aging, showing us how to reframe it as a time of wisdom, reinvention, and impact, rather than decline. We also dive into why mentorship is a game-changer for both seasoned executives and rising talent, and how understanding the emotional stages of life can help you lead with more confidence and clarity. Here are a few of my takeaways: Instead of stagnation, midlife can be a time of reinvention, expansion, and higher-impact leadership. Mentorship should not be a burden. It should be organic, behind the scenes and embedded in your culture. Everyone is a mentor. And, Mentoring doesn’t have to be work-related, but is usually value-related. The Mentor Project takes the top 1% and connects them with students aged K-College graduates for free, impacting more than 100k people in over 7 countries. Lateral mentorship is the most impactful type of mentorship in organizations. If you’d like to get a copy of The Mentorship Edge, we’re putting the link in the show notes and as she mentioned you can also listen for free on Audible. https://www.amazon.com/Mentorship-Edge-Unlocking-Potential-Nurturing/dp/1394267118 Learn more about The Mentor Project here: https://mentorproject.org/ As usual, if you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing a rating on Apple Podcasts and if you know someone else that you believe would benefit from hearing this episode. Please share it with a friend. ____________________________ With 25+ years of leadership experience, spanning multiple roles across corporations and non-profits, I have gained a wealth of experience in understanding what makes organizations successful. Culture Strategy Session Calls: https://culturecoachwendy.com/strategysessions/ CONNECT WITH ME Website: CultureCoachWendy.com LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/wendybrand/ Instram: Instagram.com/culturecoachwendy YouTube: YouTube.com/@CultureCoachWendy The CultureCoach Podcast Page: CultureCoachWendy.com/podcasts /…
Send us a text If you’re a CEO or leader looking to build a high-performing, engaged team, this episode is full of game-changing insights. Dr. Neal’s journey is proof that hiring isn’t just about filling seats—it’s about building a thriving, scalable, and values-driven business with the right people in the right seats. If you’re struggling with hiring or want to level up your team, this episode is a must-listen! Here are some of my takeaways from the episode: The culture of your company isn’t built after hiring—it starts with hiring. Bringing in the right people ensures your workplace reflects your values. Companies with world-class cultures (think Disney, Four Seasons, Ritz-Carlton) hire with precision. Studying their methods provided a blueprint for success. If you’re getting high turnover or poor engagement, it might not be the talent pool—it’s possible it’s your process. Shifting how you recruit and onboard can create a drastic improvement in team dynamics and productivity because it allows you to attract and hire more A and B+ players. If you are interested in working with Dr. Neal and his team, you can visit his website at www.buildmyteam.com . And, if you’re interested in a customized culture assessment to find out where in your business you may have some quick wins for your culture. You can find me at culturecoachwendy.com or email me directly at wendy@culturecoachwendy.com . As always, thank you for listening and I hope you’ll share this episode with a friend and join us next week for another look at Culture. ____________________________ With 25+ years of leadership experience, spanning multiple roles across corporations and non-profits, I have gained a wealth of experience in understanding what makes organizations successful. Culture Strategy Session Calls: https://culturecoachwendy.com/strategysessions/ CONNECT WITH ME Website: CultureCoachWendy.com LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/wendybrand/ Instram: Instagram.com/culturecoachwendy YouTube: YouTube.com/@CultureCoachWendy The CultureCoach Podcast Page: CultureCoachWendy.com/podcasts /…
Send us a text In this episode of the Culture Coach podcast, I sit down with Eric Charran, author of an upcoming book about workplace leadership archetypes. Through painfully relatable stories, Eric breaks down the various "boss types" we've all encountered (or been guilty of ourselves) and provides practical strategies for not just surviving but thriving under different leadership styles. Whether you're an early-career professional or a seasoned executive, this conversation offers both comfort and practical wisdom for navigating the sometimes choppy waters of workplace relationships. Here are a few of my takeaways: 1. Success in dealing with challenging managers requires moving past the initial emotional reaction to perceived injustice and understanding the pressures and motivations behind their behavior. 2. Having workplace confidants can be valuable for processing and navigating challenging leadership dynamics - it helps confirm you're not alone in your experiences. 3. Many managers exhibit multiple archetypes of behavior 4. Modern organizations are increasingly recognizing that how results are achieved is as important as what is achieved. ____________________________ With 25+ years of leadership experience, spanning multiple roles across corporations and non-profits, I have gained a wealth of experience in understanding what makes organizations successful. Culture Strategy Session Calls: https://culturecoachwendy.com/strategysessions/ CONNECT WITH ME Website: CultureCoachWendy.com LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/wendybrand/ Instram: Instagram.com/culturecoachwendy YouTube: YouTube.com/@CultureCoachWendy The CultureCoach Podcast Page: CultureCoachWendy.com/podcasts /…
Send us a text Rose Ann Garza, is the Chief Human Resources Officer for Kerbey Lane. Kerby Lane is a restaurant that was started in 1980 in Austin, Texas. If you’ve been to Austin, you’ve probably been to Kerbey Lane. During Rose Ann’s time at Kerbey Lane, the organization has more than doubled in size and has won several prestigious awards related to their impact on the community and on team members. In this episode, I sit down with Rose Ann to explore what it truly takes to build and sustain a thriving company culture. With 18 years of leadership experience in a fast-growing, family-owned restaurant brand, Rose Ann shares practical strategies for scaling culture, fostering team engagement, and ensuring core values remain strong—even as a business expands. So, whether you're leading a growing team or looking to refine your company’s culture, this conversation is packed with insights on how to operationalize your values, create meaningful employee benefits, and lead with both strategy and heart. Here are some of my takeaways! Culture Scales with Intentionality – As your business grows, maintaining core values requires consistent leadership and clear cultural guardrails. Benefits Should Reflect Employee Needs – Customizing benefits, like food allowances or flexible perks, ensures your team feels valued in ways that matter most to them. Community-Driven Leadership Creates Loyalty – Kirby Lane’s Kirby Kindness initiative strengthens both internal culture and brand reputation by investing in local nonprofits. Mentorship Can Be Agile – Instead of long-term, formal mentorship, project-based or short-term guidance can be more effective for skill development and leadership growth. You can think of different teams or locations as a Microculture – Just like each Kirby Lane location reflects its local community, your teams may need tailored approaches to engagement and leadership. If you know any CEOs or founders who are currently building a people-first business that attracts top talent and creates lasting impact I’d love to have them as a guest on this podcast. And, if you have not gone onto Apple Podcasts and followed the show please do that now. I appreciate you each so much. Thank you for listening and I’ll talk to you next week! ____________________________ With 25+ years of leadership experience, spanning multiple roles across corporations and non-profits, I have gained a wealth of experience in understanding what makes organizations successful. Culture Strategy Session Calls: https://culturecoachwendy.com/strategysessions/ CONNECT WITH ME Website: CultureCoachWendy.com LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/wendybrand/ Instram: Instagram.com/culturecoachwendy YouTube: YouTube.com/@CultureCoachWendy The CultureCoach Podcast Page: CultureCoachWendy.com/podcasts /…
Send us a text Emily Witko is a people-obsessed engagement specialist with master’s level DEIB training. In their current role at Hugging Face, they source, recruit, hire, develop, and retain top AI talent, with a dedicated focus on team happiness and growth. Emily thrives in people-centric spaces that prioritize community and belonging. Here are some of the takeaways: Hugging Face’s flat structure empowers teams to set their goals and innovate autonomously, fostering ownership and agility. Employees at Hugging Face succeed by promoting their work and actively engaging in the organization’s culture. Emily’s efforts to increase diversity include dismantling echo chambers and embedding DEI discussions across all teams to ensure inclusive growth. Hugging Face focuses on engaging women in open-source communities and creating supportive environments through strong ERGs. With employees from over 35 countries, Hugging Face integrates diverse perspectives into their workplace culture. You can find Emily on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilywitko/ Engage with Hugging Face at https://huggingface.co/ ____________________________ With 25+ years of leadership experience, spanning multiple roles across corporations and non-profits, I have gained a wealth of experience in understanding what makes organizations successful. Culture Strategy Session Calls: https://culturecoachwendy.com/strategysessions/ CONNECT WITH ME Website: CultureCoachWendy.com LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/wendybrand/ Instram: Instagram.com/culturecoachwendy YouTube: YouTube.com/@CultureCoachWendy The CultureCoach Podcast Page: CultureCoachWendy.com/podcasts /…
Send us a text Happy New Year!! This week I look back at 2024 (and 2023) and look toward the future, sharing my vision and areas of focus for the new year. One significant part of my mission, which I intend to prove this year is the connection between culture and increased revenue. In this episode, I highlight a Harvard Business Review article written by CEO Tarang Amin of e.l.f. Beauty on "Maintaining a Startup Culture While Scaling." I break down their Mission, Vision, and Values, the alignment with THRIVE Culture framework, and applaud their mantra, “One team, one dream” In the article, Amin shares that they measure success based on employee engagement scores, not share price growth or revenue. And, by that measure (and others) they are successful. 90% of employees say they are very or extremely engaged and 98% say they would recommend e.l.f. as an employer. This team has gone from $40M to 1B in annual revenue from 2022 to 2024 and their employee engagement score has not changed. They have posted 22 consecutive quarters of net sales and market share growth, exceeding $1B in their 2024 fiscal year!! Kudos to this team and the success they are seeing by putting focus and intention on their culture. ____________________________ With 25+ years of leadership experience, spanning multiple roles across corporations and non-profits, I have gained a wealth of experience in understanding what makes organizations successful. Culture Strategy Session Calls: https://culturecoachwendy.com/strategysessions/ CONNECT WITH ME Website: CultureCoachWendy.com LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/wendybrand/ Instram: Instagram.com/culturecoachwendy YouTube: YouTube.com/@CultureCoachWendy The CultureCoach Podcast Page: CultureCoachWendy.com/podcasts /…
Send us a text Our episode this week wraps up my interviews during my time at CultureCon in Las Vegas this past November. These were 4 great conversations with leaders who are making a difference in the culture space. My final guest from the event is Shauna Geraghty. Shauna is the Senior Vice President and Head of People and Talent at Talkdesk. As the first U.S. employee at Talkdesk, Shauna initially helped scale Talkdesk’s Marketing team, infrastructure, and activities from the ground up. In 2016 Shauna was tapped to build Talkdesk’s Talent Acquisition function and since then has helped to scale Talkdesk to over 1,500 employees and to achieve $10B+ valuation. Today, Shauna runs Talkdesk’s global Talent Acquisition and HR functions. With a doctorate in clinical psychology, she uses her applied foundational knowledge from the field of psychology to help propel Talkdesk along its hypergrowth trajectory. ____________________________ With 25+ years of leadership experience, spanning multiple roles across corporations and non-profits, I have gained a wealth of experience in understanding what makes organizations successful. Culture Strategy Session Calls: https://culturecoachwendy.com/strategysessions/ CONNECT WITH ME Website: CultureCoachWendy.com LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/wendybrand/ Instram: Instagram.com/culturecoachwendy YouTube: YouTube.com/@CultureCoachWendy The CultureCoach Podcast Page: CultureCoachWendy.com/podcasts /…
Send us a text The Culture Coach Podcast guest this week is Chief People Officer, Nicci Arsenault. This episode was recorded at CultureCon West in Las Vegas a few weeks ago and it is a great conversation. If you are leading culture at a start-up or fast-growth company, you'll appreciate these learnings. Here are some of my top takeaways: 1. Take the culture pieces from headquarters and make them special to the locations where you’re hiring. 2. In a high-growth company, think through how you operationalize the value system and North Star (the mission and vision statement) so that it is the foundation and through-line for your culture. 3. Culture is not set it and forget it, it’s like a product, you should continue to iterate and improve as you would your business' product. 4. Culture should not be considered secondary, it can be the driver of revenue and should be prioritized. 5. Startups, don’t wait too long to create opportunities for feedback. Places to start include 1:1, face-to-face feedback, a predictable cadence of onsite/offsite events, communication channels, remote ERGs, and training opportunities. 6. ERGs should be employee-driven with employee buy-in. 7. Monthly manager meetings are a cheap and easy way to help build employee engagement. ____________________________ With 25+ years of leadership experience, spanning multiple roles across corporations and non-profits, I have gained a wealth of experience in understanding what makes organizations successful. Culture Strategy Session Calls: https://culturecoachwendy.com/strategysessions/ CONNECT WITH ME Website: CultureCoachWendy.com LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/wendybrand/ Instram: Instagram.com/culturecoachwendy YouTube: YouTube.com/@CultureCoachWendy The CultureCoach Podcast Page: CultureCoachWendy.com/podcasts /…
Send us a text This week’s podcast is episode 2 of 4, recorded at CultureCon in November. You may hear some of the background noise as we were seated right outside the conference hall at the Planet Hollywood Hotel in Las Vegas and there was an event setting up behind us. My guest is Gianna Driver. Gianna has nearly two decades of experience as a human-centric people leader passionate about the intersection of culture and performance. Gianna has been the Chief People Officer of Lattice, which is a People Platform where over 5,000 of the world’s most strategic HR teams run their performance, engagement, career development, goals, compensation strategies, and people operations. She also served as the Chief Human Resources Officer at Exabeam, a global cybersecurity company, managing the strategy and processes related to building, investing in, and retaining talent. Gianna is a recognized HR industry speaker and is frequently quoted in the media, including publications such as Fortune, Forbes, US News and World Report, Insider, and The Wall Street Journal. Here are a few of my top takeaways: 1. Staying interviews are where you interview long-tenured employees who are generally high-performing to understand what keeps them at the organization. 2. When people truly feel connected to the company and its culture they stay. 3. Engagement surveys, smaller focused groups in person or on Zoom, and partnering with ERGs can be a great way to listen and receive feedback from employees. 4. It’s important to follow up on annual engagement surveys. You should circle back and repeat back what you heard, introduce an action plan, and then follow up in a quarter or two to share progress. 5. Change is the only constant. Lean into humanity and culture. Culture is not static. Culture should be shifting and evolving. 6. Seek out the culture ambassadors, those that have the heart and soul of the company. And, create a mechanism for hearing from these ambassadors. ____________________________ With 25+ years of leadership experience, spanning multiple roles across corporations and non-profits, I have gained a wealth of experience in understanding what makes organizations successful. Culture Strategy Session Calls: https://culturecoachwendy.com/strategysessions/ CONNECT WITH ME Website: CultureCoachWendy.com LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/wendybrand/ Instram: Instagram.com/culturecoachwendy YouTube: YouTube.com/@CultureCoachWendy The CultureCoach Podcast Page: CultureCoachWendy.com/podcasts /…
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