The culture cure ??

Hey there! What does a public health memo have to do with comms, EX, and the world of work? Stay with me here. The US Surgeon General released a “prescription” for better health this week and, if we look closely, it has some key lessons for building better workplace cultures too.?

The memo explains how a sense of community (and its three "pillars" – relationships, service, and purpose) can improve?health outcomes. Similarly, community is crucial to culture, EX, and engagement, especially with employee loneliness on the rise. I’ve rounded up a few recent articles that explore how it makes a difference, along with some handy resources I think you'll enjoy. Let’s dive in!

IC mastery ???

It’s never a bad idea to brush up on the latest internal comms tips. Our ultimate IC playbook has advanced tactics for comms that engage, retain, and motivate. If you want to create a culture of belonging and connection in 2025, this is the perfect resource to help you get there.

Community for Gen Z ???

Generation Z has already caught on to how important a sense of community is. According to a new survey, 88% of younger workers prioritize it when assessing job opportunities. They also increasingly value stability, aiming to stay with employers for the long haul and grow within organizations rather than job-hop.

The right ideas ??

Have you evaluated how you manage internal ideas lately? Employee listening has so many benefits, from helping individuals feel valued to driving innovation. This guide has the best practices you need to take your strategy to the next level – and actually act on all those great ideas you collect.?

Trust me ??? ?

We all know a culture of trust is important, but new research shows just how crucial it is. Workers who have trusting relationships with peers are 16 times more likely to be highly motivated and committed. This article also talks about employee trust in senior leadership, and how to cultivate it (spoiler alert: IC is key).

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