Systemic issues aren't just problems.
Sam Harvey
Working with CEOs to turn their culture into their greatest asset, through bespoke behaviour change programs ?? Founder of Braver Leaders Team Performance ?? International Speaker & Podcast Host ???
They’re deeply ingrained patterns that silently shape your workplace culture. They’re the biases, the silos, and the outdated norms that hold your organisation back. And here’s the hard truth: they don’t fix themselves.
If you’re in leadership, this is your responsibility.
What’s at stake?
? A more engaged, innovative workforce
? Breaking down silos at the top (yes, even your exec team)
? A workplace culture that truly supports success
So, where do you start? It begins with acknowledging what’s broken, creating spaces for real conversations, and leading by example.
4 Tips to Start Tackling Systemic Issues
?? 1. Ask Hard Questions About Culture Take an honest look at who thrives in your organisation and who struggles. If success depends on fitting into outdated norms, you’ve got work to do.
?? 2. Break the Silo Mindset at the Top Your executive team sets the tone. If they aren’t working as a true team, don’t expect the rest of the organisation to collaborate effectively either.
?? 3. Build Psychological Safety If your employees don’t feel safe speaking up, you’ll never hear the real issues. Create an environment where transparency is rewarded, not punished.
?? 4 Measure What Matters If you’re only tracking financial metrics, you’re missing the bigger picture. Start measuring trust, collaboration, and inclusion—because what gets measured gets improved.
In the full newsletter edition, we break down practical steps to tackle systemic issues at the root—because surface-level solutions won’t cut it.
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See you soon,
Sam