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?? Here’s a hard truth: ???????? ???????????????? ???????????????????? ???????? ?????????? ???????????? ???????? ???????????????? ????????????????????. ?? ???????????????????? ?????????????????? ?????????????? ????% ?????????? ??????????????????????????, ?????????? ??????????, ?????? ?????????? ???????????????? ??????????????. (Gallup) Ever wonder why some companies have employees who go above and beyond, while others struggle with rude service, missed details, and complaints? ????’?? ?????? ???????? ?????????? ????????????????—????’?? ?????????? ??????????????. ?? If your employees don’t feel valued, supported, or empowered, they won’t provide great service. ? ???????? ?????????????? ???? ????????????, ?????????????????? ???????? ??????????????????, ??????????????????????, ?????? ???????????? ?? ???????????? ???????????????? ????????????????????. If you’re seeing customer complaints rise, start by looking at your culture. Download our guide "Evaluate Your Culture: 6 Questions for Assessing Your Culture" to get started. https://lnkd.in/gRqVdUN5

?? ????% ???? ?????? ?????????????? ?????? ?????????????? ?????????????? ???? ?? ???????????????? ???????????? ???????? ???????????????? ???? ???????????????? (Glassdoor). In today’s hiring market, candidates are vetting you just as much as you’re vetting them. If your culture is unclear—or worse, toxic—you’ll struggle to attract top talent. ?? ?????????????? ?????????? ???????? ?????????????? ???? ?????????????? ??????????????????????: ? Candidates drop off after interviews ? Employees aren’t referring people to work at your company ? Online reviews mention leadership or culture issues Want to learn more? Download our free guide: "8 Company Culture Red Flags: A Guide for Leaders and Job Seekers." https://lnkd.in/gRqVdUN5

?? ????% ???? ?????????????????? ?????? ???????? ?????????? ?????????? ?????????? ?????????????? ?????? ?????? ?? ???????? ???????????????????? ?????????????? (SHRM). ?????????????????? ???? ?????? ???? ?????? ?????????????? ???????????????????? ?????????????????? ???????? ??????????. Leaders try pay raises, perks, and new benefits—but if employees don’t feel valued, supported, or aligned with the company’s culture, they will leave. ?? ?????? ???????? ???? ???????????????? ???? ????????????????????—???? ???? ???? ???? ????????????????’?? ???????????? when you factor in lost productivity, rehiring, and training (Gallup). If you’re experiencing high turnover, the issue is likely related to your culture. ? The ?????????? ???????? ???? ???????????? ?????????????????? ???? ?????????????????????????? ???????? ??????????????. Get a free copy "The Culture-Driven Employee Retention Playbook: Building Communities, Not Just Companies" now. ?? https://lnkd.in/g8UhpKsT

?? Celebrating International Women’s Day: Stronger Cultures, Stronger Women, Thriving Businesses ?? Great workplace cultures lift people up, create opportunities, and foster belonging—and that includes empowering women at every level. When businesses cultivate inclusive leadership, equitable opportunities, and a culture of support, women thrive. ?? And when women thrive, companies innovate, teams perform, and businesses grow. ?? At Culture Grove, we help leaders build cultures where women’s voices are heard, contributions are valued, and growth is limitless—because strong cultures create real change. ?? How to build a culture that empowers women: ? Equity over equality – Recognize and remove barriers to success. ? Mentorship & sponsorship – Open doors for the next generation of women leaders. ? Flexible work environments – Support work-life balance and well-being. ? Amplify voices – Ensure women have a seat at the table—and that their ideas are heard. This International Women’s Day, let’s commit to shaping workplaces where every woman can lead, innovate, and thrive. Tag a woman who has inspired you in your career! ??

?? Happy Employee Appreciation Day! ?? A company’s greatest asset isn’t its product, technology, or strategy—it’s its people. When employees feel valued, supported, and recognized, they don’t just work; they thrive. And when employees thrive, businesses grow. ?? At Culture Grove, we help leaders build workplace cultures where appreciation isn’t just a once-a-year event, but a daily practice. Because strong cultures are built on trust, recognition, and genuine human connection. ?? Ways to foster a culture of appreciation: ? Say thank you often – A little recognition goes a long way. ? Celebrate wins (big & small) – Success is a team effort. ? Listen and support – Employees who feel heard feel valued. ? Invest in growth – Appreciation is about more than praise; it’s about opportunity. While appreciation should be shown every day, it's a great idea to make an extra effort to show your appreciation today! What are you doing to show your employees that they are appreciated?

?? Happy World Book Day! Building Strong Cultures, One Page at a Time ?? Great workplace cultures, like great books, are built on stories, learning, and shared wisdom. Books have the power to shape perspectives, spark new ideas, and challenge the way we think—just like strong company cultures do. When leaders embrace continuous learning and encourage curiosity, businesses thrive. At Culture Grove, we believe that growth starts with knowledge. Whether it’s leadership insights, cultural transformation, or personal development, the best workplaces are built by leaders who never stop learning. What’s a book that has influenced the way you lead or work? Drop your recommendations below! ??

?????? ?????? ???????? ?????????????????? ???????????????? ???????????????? ?????????????????? ??????'?? ???????? ????????????????—????'?? ?????????????? ?????? ?????????? ?????????????? ????????????????. Your organization likely invests months recruiting top talent, only to watch them slip away within a year or two. Exit interviews pile up with surface-level explanations: "better compensation elsewhere," "lack of growth," or "misaligned values." But these reasons mask a deeper: ???????????? ??????'?? ?????????? ????????—???????? ?????????? ?????????????????????? ?????????? ???????? ??????'?? ???????? ???????? ????????????. While most companies treat retention as a compensation problem, Netflix, Salesforce, and Patagonia have built cultures where employees don't want to leave. My deep dive into these companies revealed something transformative: They've moved beyond viewing employees as resources to retain and instead built ??????-???????????????? ???????? ?????????? ?????? ??????????????, ????????????, ?????? ???????????? ??????????????????—what anthropologists might call "???????????????? ???? ??????????????????." Here's what makes their approach revolutionary: → ???????????????? ?????????????????????? ?????????????? ???????????? ?????????????????? – How they transform employees from transactional workers into community members with shared stakes in outcomes. → ???????????? ???? ?????????????? ?????????????????? ???????????????????? – The frameworks they use to ensure cultural alignment throughout the employee journey, making advancement feel like cultural affirmation rather than just career progression. → ???????????????????? ?????????????? – Why employees stay when their personal development becomes intertwined with collective purpose and organizational identity. → ???????????????? ???????????????? ???????????????????? – How they measure culture health, not just retention statistics. I've compiled these insights into a ?????????????????????????? ???????????????? on ???????????????? ?????????????????? ?????????????????????? ?????????? ?????????????????? ?????????????? ??????????????????. Drop "??????????????????" in the comments, and I'll share it with you. Or click the link to read this week's newsletter for more information. https://lnkd.in/gBmC5uqS

?????????? ?????????????? ??????’?? ???????? ???????????? ????????????????????—???????? ?????????? ??????????. ?? “????% of respondents working for an employer say ?????????????????? ?????????????? ???????? ?????? ???????????????? ???????????????? ???????????? ???? ?????????? ??????????.” – Gallup, Global Leadership Report This statistic is a powerful reminder that ???????????????????? isn’t just about strategy, metrics, or decision-making—????’?? ?????????? ????????????. The way leaders show up, communicate, and support their teams directly influences workplace culture, employee well-being, and overall business success. At Culture Grove, ???? ???????? ?????????????? ???????????? ????????????, ??????????????-???????????? ???????????????? ?????????? ?????????????????? ??????’?? ???????? ????????—???????? ????????????. ?????????????? ???????? ???????????????????? ???? ??????????????????????, ???????????????????? ??????’?? ???????? ????????—???????? ??????????????????. ?? What’s one way a leader has positively impacted your career? Let’s celebrate great leadership in the comments! ??

???????? ?????????? ?? ???????????????? ?????????? ????????????????????? It’s not just strategy, innovation, or even talent—????’?? ??????????????. ???????? ?????????????? ???????????? ???? ?? ????????????, ????????????-?????????? ??????????????, ?????????????????? ??????’?? ???????? ????????; ???????? ????????????, ??????????????????????, ?????? ????????????????. And when employees thrive, businesses grow. At Culture Grove, we help leaders shape workplace cultures that foster trust, connection, and performance. ?????????????? ?????????????? ??????’?? ???????? ???? ???? ????????????????????—????’?? ?????? ???????????????????? ???? ?? ??????????????????, ???????????????????? ??????????????. ? Strong culture = better recruitment ? Strong culture = better retention ? Strong culture = real business impact How are you shaping the culture in your workplace? Drop your thoughts below! ??

?? ?????????????? ????????????????: ?????? ???????? ?????????????????? ?????????????????????? ?????????????? ?????? ????????? ?? Companies pour time and money into culture initiatives—yet employee engagement is still ?????????? ???? ?? ???????????? ????%. ???? ?????????????? ?????????????? ???????????????? ????????????, ????????????’?? ???????? ???????????? ???? ????????????? The truth? ???????? “??????????????” ?????????????????????? ????????’?? ???????????????? ???? ??????. They’re well-intended distractions that don’t address the real issues. If your company is relying on ???????????????????????? and ???????????? ?????? like:? ? Quarterly Culture Quizzes (because nothing says “we care” like a pop quiz)? ? Mandatory Meditation (forcing mindfulness is an oxymoron)? ? Obligatory Off-Hours Outings (your team needs balance, not more obligations) ?? ????’?? ???????? ???? ?????????????? ???????? ????????????????. Culture isn’t built through gimmicks—it’s shaped by everyday behaviors, leadership, and trust. What’s one workplace initiative you’ve seen fail ??????????????????????????? Drop it in the comments! ??