Culture is more than just a buzzword. It’s a powerful force that can make or break organizations. In today’s rapidly changing business landscape, companies need to understand the importance of cultivating a thriving culture. The Culture Climb didn’t become an Amazon bestseller and recipient of a Non-Fiction Book Awards Silver Medal by chance. It was…
In today’s fast-paced and diverse workplace, effective leadership is the linchpin that can spell the difference between success and failure. But what happens when leadership goes awry? One of our recent podcast guests, Eric Harkins, speaks to the profound impact of poor leadership choices and highlights the importance of recognizing and rectifying bad leadership behavior,…
Creating meaningful change in organizations, as we describe it, is often likened to scaling a mountain. The destination is in view, but the journey is demanding and full of obstacles. This analogy resonates deeply with us as we take on the role of guides leading businesses on their cultural transformation journey. Here are the four…
A note from Jaime Taets, author of The Culture Climb On the deck where countless hours were spent pondering, drafting, and refining the manuscript, I find it fitting to share the motivation behind writing ‘The Culture Climb.’ The deck, a silent witness to two books’ journeys from conception to reality, holds the essence of my…
At the heart of every successful organization is a thriving culture built and nurtured to support its growth. Today, we want to discuss the three powerful tools we’re offering free with every purchase of Jaime Taets’ book, “The Culture Climb.” These tools – the Culture Map, Culture Scorecard, and Culture Compass – are designed to…
Let’s dive into an intriguing concept: inclusivity and belonging. These two terms often confuse leaders; they sound simple but carry complex implications. So, what do they truly mean, and what do they look like in action? The concept can be neatly explained through a quote by Liz Bolin: “Diversity is having a seat at the…
Is your business running on an operating framework or an impact framework? Likely your response is – I don’t know – which is totally normal. What we see in today’s environment is a lot of organizations are running on various operating frameworks, which are very beneficial. They provide a common set of tools, language and…
From learning to take action to cultivating an uplifting atmosphere, here are 13 answers to the question, “What are your most effective tips to make great managers effective leaders?” Take Initiative Relearn to Be Human Prioritize Communication Understand Relationships Encourage Using Data Get a Dose of Empathy Show Trust in Your Employees Embrace Your HR…
From Red Bull’s Creative Dose to The GaryVee Audio Experience, here are 14 recommendations for podcasts on promoting positive work culture. Creative Dose The Culture Show Happier at Work Podcast McKinsey Podcast The Culture Matters Podcast on International Business & Management WorkLife with Adam Grant Unthinkable Podcast The Diary of a CEO Lead Culture with…
Impacting your company’s culture can be hard to grasp and may feel ambiguous. You may question how can I change how employees feel about working here. How do you measure their feelings? Our organization had those thoughts when I started the business in 2018. At the time, we tried to capture employee satisfaction with a…
