Culture Eats Strategy for Breakfast!-Webinar Recording

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Shawna Jones, an HR success strategist from Keiko Isom, discussed the importance of culture in organizations during a webinar. She explained that culture is more powerful than strategy and is key to organizational success. Jones emphasized the need for a cohesive culture and provided practical tips for building and maintaining it.<br /><br />She highlighted the importance of safety, vulnerability, and purpose in building trust within an organization. Safety creates an environment where employees feel secure to speak up and share their thoughts. Vulnerability encourages trust and acceptance by showing that it's okay to make mistakes. Purpose provides a common goal that aligns the values and beliefs of the team.<br /><br />Jones also discussed common culture mistakes such as gossip, territorial attitudes, laziness, selfishness, and negativity. These behaviors can undermine trust and cause division within the organization. She advised leaders to address these issues and foster a positive culture.<br /><br />In conclusion, Jones stressed that vulnerability and trust are critical factors in creating a strong and positive culture. By embracing vulnerability and trusting each other, organizations can foster high performance and a sense of belonging among employees.

Keywords

culture in organizations

organizational success

cohesive culture

building trust

safety

vulnerability

purpose