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Culture and Credulity: Putting Fake News Out of Business

News - fake or genuine - comes at us from all directions, day and night, as part of the digital network integrated into our lifestyles. In some cases it hits a soft spot, creating an audience reaction and leaving considerable emotional residue long after the announcement has faded - even…

What does a people-first culture really look like?

Touting a people-first culture can sound silly on its surface. What else are you going to have? A cubicle-first culture? A puppy-first culture? Anyone working from home with a canine may already be living that last one. Yet, it's the people-first approach that gets the attention. This article provides an…

3 Virtual Team Building Ideas That Don’t Suck

The new era of remote and hybrid working is well underway. Since early 2020, companies have been making massive strides in both the technology and processes required to run their business effectively. Rather than being a fundamental problem, remote capability is now a point of difference in recruitment and a…

How Leaders Can Help Employees Capitalize on Their Strengths

I’ve never been good at playing any sport. I never felt like I found a role where I fit, even now when I'm playing in an adult soccer league. Recently though, I’ve found a better way to enjoy sports and feel like I’ve had a positive impact on the field.…

Labor Day: The Past and Future of Work

At a glance, Labor Day might seem like the most ironic of holidays. What are we celebrating? Work! How are we celebrating? By not working! Jokes aside, Labor Day is a commemoration of the historical efforts that went into so many of the rights and protections that safeguard today's workers.…

Improving Company Culture with Ted Lasso

I often write about company culture and what can be done to improve a company’s culture, but sometimes it is hard to see it portrayed in the media... until recently. When I heard about the Apple TV+ original Ted Lasso, I was skeptical. Ted Lasso was a great short skit…

Creating a Common Company Culture

Workplace culture captures who a company is and what it stands for in the world. Much has been written about the benefit of bringing company culture into the work environment. Yet, less attention is paid to developing a consistent perspective of culture. Creating company culture consensus is like growing a…

Behavior, Intent, & Remote Company Culture

Whales can teach us a lot about culture. I was watching a documentary about different whale species on Disney+, which is what you do when trying to assess whether to keep a streaming subscription, and I witnessed something very human: culture. Behavior, Intent, & Culture Shane Gero, a scientist who…

Strange Days: Quarantine Decisions

So how much longer are things going to be like this?  I’m going to guess about another six months. Does this make me sound optimistic or pessimistic? At this point, I’ll just call it realistic.   The New Normal Like many others, I have been under quarantine for most of 2020,…

You Can Change Company Culture For the Better

A good company culture will make coming into work enjoyable and encourages engagement and retention. It's difficult to find yourself in a less-than-ideal company culture, and it can feel like you're stuck in a trap. But sometimes just because the paint is cracking doesn't mean you have to tear down…

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