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"Culture is there whether you want it or not. If you don’t shape it, it shapes itself." In this special episode celebrating Within People’s 10 years in business, Jeff Melnyk sits down with Daniel Hegarty - entreprenuer, father, and COO of Kuda- to explore what a decade of business has taught him about leadership, purpose, culture, and resilience. We dive into: ?? The myths and realities of startup life in tech ?? Why culture isn’t just a “nice-to-have” but a growth strategy ? How founders can navigate uncertainty, scale, and change Dan’s journey - from musician to entrepreneur to advising at Kuda - is packed with insights for leaders, founders, and anyone thinking about what it really takes to build something meaningful. ?? Listen to the episode here: https://lnkd.in/gJ3B8tMa What’s one lesson you have learned about culture in your career? Share your thoughts in the comments. #tech #purpose #culture #leadership #growth

Bringing strategy and culture to life - together. We recently went on the road with landscape architecture firm Callander Associates - CALA to hear from employees across their offices in the Bay Area.? These in-person moments are where insights pave the way for action - and where trust, collaboration, and fresh ideas help define culture and shape growth. Our creative exploration was anchored in client feedback about what makes Callander stand out: deep relationships, real-world solutions, and a commitment to delivering quality work that people truly value. What makes this possible is a strong, talented team and a thriving culture. The team had a chance to workshop how to level up their ways of working, and co-create a picture of the culture they want for the future of the firm.? Grateful to be part of the dialog with the folks at Callander Associates - CALA to shape their strategy and culture. What conversations are shaping your business right now? #leadership #growth #facilitation

Love isn’t just for Valentine’s Day - it’s a leadership quality that shapes the way we show up for others and ourselves. When leaders lead with love, they build trust, foster connection, and create space for people to do their best work. At Within People, love is one of the essential qualities of human-centered leadership. It’s about caring deeply for those we serve and ensuring that leadership is rooted in empathy and purpose. Wishing you a Happy Valentine’s Day from all of us at Within

Growth isn’t just about doing more—it’s about making space for what truly matters. As we step into 2025, how can leaders navigate change with intention? In this special trends episode of Reimagining Work from Within, Jeff Melnyk and Carol Kondo (she,her,hers) explore what it means to lead with curiosity, challenge assumptions, and redefine growth on your own terms. They dive into four key shifts shaping leadership this year: ?? Bringing cultures together ?? Redefining growth beyond the numbers ?? The evolving nature of flexible work ?? AI’s role in human-centered leadership Tune in for an insightful conversation on leading with intention in 2025. ?? https://lnkd.in/gHPQbzpE #reimaginingwork #leadership #growth #curiosity #intention

?? What will shape leadership in 2025? ?? This year isn’t about doing more—it’s about letting go of outdated beliefs, rigid success metrics, and ways of working that no longer serve us. In the latest episode of Reimagining Work from Within, Jeff Melnyk and Carol Kondo (she,her,hers) Kondo explore four key shifts shaping leadership and workplaces: ?? Bringing cultures together – Why leaders must stay committed to inclusion, even as DEI strategies evolve. ?? Redefining growth – Moving beyond traditional success metrics and embracing more meaningful measures of progress. ?? Rethinking hybrid work – Why connection is built through shared challenges, not just physical presence. ?? AI & leadership – How leaders can embrace technology to focus more on people, creativity, and culture. If you’re rethinking what leadership looks like in 2025, this episode is for you. ?? Listen now: https://lnkd.in/gHPQbzpE What’s one thing you’re letting go of this year? Drop your thoughts in the comments! ?? #leadership #futureofwork #growth #AI #humancenteredleadership #podcast #dei

Do we even have to say it? Rolling back diversity and equity efforts is a step in the wrong direction. At Within People, we believe that equitable, inclusive workplaces aren’t just good for business—they’re essential for building a better future. The recent move to dismantle federal DEI programs undermines the progress so many have worked to achieve. It’s a stark reminder of why this work matters. We’re committed to keeping equity at the heart of what we do. Our recent DEI Commitment and Action Plan reflects this vision: creating workplaces where everyone belongs and has the opportunity to lead and thrive. Change isn’t easy, but we’ll keep learning, unlearning, and leading with purpose. ?? Explore our 2024 DEI Commitment and Action Plan: https://lnkd.in/gNn9jNbb ?? How are you responding to these challenges? Let’s keep the conversation going in the comments below. (Jeff Melnyk, Laurie Bennett, Carol Kondo (she,her,hers), Emily Shelton, Bev Attfield, Hoa Nguyen, Matthew (McArdle) Wonderland)

Within People's been working with Stok for four years now and, frankly, it been awesome. Stok is a purpose-led, values-driven, self-managed team that's also growing quickly and thoughtfully. The summit was a few days of magic emblematic of a remarkable culture, that it's our privilege to support. And if you can make the sun shine for 3 days straight in Oregon, in fall, what can't you do?!

Thanks for sharing out this moment Sabina Weiss! Our work with Tom Tapper and Nice and Serious was just inspirational for us then as it is now and we love to see that energy carried out into the world.

Within People 2024 Wrapped is here ?? #withinpeople?#wrapped?#growth?#connection?#impact #betterlatethannever

?? We dove into Within People’s Eight Essential Qualities of Leadership during the recent Redbrick Leadership Summit,?guiding the team through meaningful discussions on what it takes to lead with purpose. When we explored the quality of creativity, it became clear just how much of a challenge it can be to prioritize creative thinking in the face of constant demands. The Redbrick team shared powerful reflections on how making space for creativity fuels innovation and keeps their team moving forward. How do you ensure creativity has a place in your leadership? #creativity #leadership?#innovation?#creativeleadership