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Building Cross-Cultural Relationships in a Global Workplace

Harvard Business

Most of us never consider how culture shapes our expectations and assumptions about relationship building. But research shows that our cultural upbringing influences how we form and maintain connections with others — often quite significantly.

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Rebranding ADEI for the Culture Wars

UPD Consulting

Is ADEI just the latest victim of America’s ever-expanding culture war? Research overwhelmingly shows the ways diverse teams lead to better outcomes for companies. The post Rebranding ADEI for the Culture Wars appeared first on UPD Consulting. Yes, no doubt. Act instead on your bottom line.

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Cornerstone Research Interviews and Culture

Management Consulted

CORNERSTONE RESEARCH. Ranked at #8 in the Vault Consulting Top 50, Cornerstone Research may just be the most interesting consulting firm you’ve never heard of. Cornerstone Research has been around for over 25 years, and has steadily risen in the consulting rankings ever since. CORNERSTONE RESEARCH KEY STATS.

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Research: More People Use Mental Health Benefits When They Hear That Colleagues Use Them Too

Harvard Business

To understand why, a team of researchers conducted a randomized controlled trial with 2,400 Novartis employees who worked in the UK, Ireland, India, and Malaysia. Novartis has trained more than 1,000 employees as Mental Health First Aiders to offer peer-to-peer support for their colleagues.

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6 Organizational Culture Change Strategies

Organizational Talent Consulting

Just as no one is perfect, no organization is perfect, and no organizational culture is perfect. Organizational culture is everyone's responsibility, and leaders play a central role in influencing and reinforcing the company culture. Today, many leaders are asking how they can change the organizational culture.

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You Can’t Pizza Party Your Way to a Great Corporate Culture

Harmonious Workplaces

Subsequently, stacks of uneaten pizza remained on the break room table for hours — a stale reminder of a stale culture. While a party or shared meal can provide a fun break from the norm, organizations cannot rely on one as a magic solution to deeper issues in your company’s culture. So, What’s Wrong with Pizza?

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Creating an Organizational Culture That’s More Inclusive for Black Employees

Harvard Business

What comprises an organizational culture that makes Black employees feel welcomed and valued? According to research and in-depth interviews, two qualities stand out, particularly among Black workers in market-focused sectors: the ability to collaborate and the space to be open about race at work.

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