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Collaborative Culture Episode 3

Collaborative Culture Episode 3

New Podcast Episode Drop! Collaboration gets mentioned in job descriptions, team values, and leadership speeches, but what does it really look like in practice? In our latest episode, Kristine and I unpack what collaboration isn’t (spoiler: it’s not the same as teamwork) and dig into what makes it work, especially in today’s era of realignment. We talk about: The ...
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Cross-Cultural Lessons on a Hot Afternoon in Nairobi’s Sheldrick Wildlife Trust

If you’ve never heard of the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, let me introduce you to one of the most extraordinary places on Earth. Located just outside Nairobi, this sanctuary is dedicated to rescuing orphaned baby elephant – many of whom are found beside the bodies of their dead mothers, victims of poaching and the illegal ivory trade. The Trust’s mission is heroic: to...
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The Collaborative Culture Podcast Is Almost Here

I’ve been quietly building something meaningful behind the scenes – and it’s finally time to share a preview. Over the past several months, I’ve been in energizing, thought – provoking conversations with the brilliant Kristine McKenzie Gentry.We’ve been exploring the real drivers of team performance, the unseen power of culture, and why even experienced leaders can learn...
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Collaborative Culture Episode 2

Collaborative Culture Episode 2

Culture isn't a vibe. It's your company's operating system. In our latest episode of the Collaborative Culture podcast, Kristine and I dig into what culture really is – and why so many leaders get it wrong. We talk about:• Why “perks and posters” don’t build real culture• The dangers of leaving culture to chance• What anthropology teaches us about shaping...
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It’s launch day!

I’m so excited to share the very first episode of the Collaborative Culture podcast, co-hosted with my brilliant friend and fellow culture expert Dr. Kristine McKenzie Gentry. We created this podcast because corporate culture isn’t just a vibe –it’s your operating system. And too often, it’s misunderstood, under-leveraged or ignored. In this first episode, we share...
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Houston, we have a culture problem !

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???? I could not agree more with this powerful piece—especially the reference to Jessica’s Forbes article, which highlights how senior leaders can shape organisational culture to reinforce mental resilience. Each point is a gem, but what stood out most to me was the call for practical tools that help teams not only navigate challenges but thrive through them. One of my...
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mentors vs models Know the Difference, Make the Right Choice for Global Impact

36 Years later, why I wish every young manager could meet their own “Ed Ronan.” In my culture consulting work, I am frequently asked“What is the most important anchoring value for young managers to adopt as they navigate the journey of increased risk-taking, mastering technical challenges and evermore responsibility for other persons’ careers? “ My answer hasn’t...
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Global Corporate Culture Is Anything But Static

The Rubik’s Cube vs. The Kaleidoscope Solving a Rubik’s Cube is about matching patterns, aligning mismatches, and locking everything into place. When all the colors are neatly sorted – done. Problem solved. When it comes to managing corporate culture, that is an illusion we need to challenge – especially across global firms. Unlike the Rubik’s Cube, culture is not a...
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They loved me in Vegas, baby so what went wrong here?

You know that moment – ???????????? ???????????????????????????????????? ???????? ????????????????????.You’ve earned your seat at the table through talent, hard work, and results. You’re launching the product that got standing ovations at HQ. You’re poised to make your global debut… and then –????????????????????????????????.A few polite nods.Some distracted glances.And...
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