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DEI and belonging

Belonging shows up in the data long before anyone says a word. These episodes cover diversity, equity, inclusion, and the psychological safety that lets people bring their whole selves to work.

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13 episodes on DEI and belonging

Spotting Culture Erosion Before It SpreadsS06 E05Daniela HerreraSpotting Culture Erosion Before It SpreadsDani Herrera, award-winning bilingual DEI consultant, trainer, and speaker joins us to break down how to read culture erosion before it surfaces in engagement scores, why DEI must be embedded rather than delegated, and how to rebuild trust after an organizational misstep.Why AI Reskilling Fails Without Psychological SafetyS06 E03Nadia VatalidisWhy AI Reskilling Fails Without Psychological SafetyMost AI reskilling programs don’t fail because of tools. They fail because organizations skip psychological safety and behavior change. In this CultureClub X episode, Nadia Vatalidis explains why mindset, leadership behavior, and feedback loops determine whether learning actually sticks.Building One Culture Across Global and Local TeamsS05 E01Heather KaneBuilding One Culture Across Global and Local TeamsHeather Kane of Robertshaw shares how organizations can bridge global and local workplace cultures, leveraging technology, inclusive communication, and manager-driven initiatives to engage employees meaningfully, making every voice count and fostering connection across diverse teams.Culture at the Core: What Managers Actually DriveS04 E08Tracie SponenbergCulture at the Core: What Managers Actually DriveTracie Sponenberg, Chief People Officer at The Granite Group, joins S04 E08 of CultureClub X to unpack what managers actually drive in company culture, why trust should be given freely, and how people teams can build an individual employee experience while technology deepens rather than replaces human connection.Trust and Safety in a Manager-Centered CultureS04 E07Melissa DiMuroTrust and Safety in a Manager-Centered CultureMelissa DiMuro, Chief People and Culture Officer at Limbach, discusses managers' role in building trust and psychological safety. In S04 E07 of CultureClub X, she also highlights the importance of leader mental health and frequent pulse checks.Mental Well-Being as an Engagement StrategyS04 E04Jennifer PaxtonMental Well-Being as an Engagement StrategyJennifer Paxton joins S04 E04 of CultureClub X to reveal how focusing on employee mental health drives engagement, productivity, and belonging, while offering actionable guidance for HRs and leaders to manage stress, prevent burnout, and build inclusive, supportive workplace cultures.Building Adaptive Cultures for Gen Z EmployeesS04 E03Donna M. BrownBuilding Adaptive Cultures for Gen Z EmployeesIn this episode of CultureClub X, Donna M. Brown shares actionable insights on building adaptive, people-focused cultures for Gen Z, emphasizing flexibility, wellness, DEI, and tech-driven engagement strategies that empower employees, foster belonging, and drive lasting workplace impact.DEI as the Bridge to Sustainable CultureS03 E11Kellie WagnerDEI as the Bridge to Sustainable CultureKellie Wagner discusses how DEI bridges to a sustainable culture, highlighting leadership ownership, manager accountability, employee advocacy, and continuous listening through pulse surveys to embed equity and inclusion in everyday workplace practices.Data-Driven DEI: Policies That Attract and RetainS03 E09Holly DankoData-Driven DEI: Policies That Attract and RetainIn this episode, Holly Danko reveals why DEI must be strategic and data-backed, showing how leadership alignment, employee feedback, and authentic culture practices help attract and retain talent in today’s workforce.What Hybrid Work Does to Company CultureS03 E08Karin HurtWhat Hybrid Work Does to Company CultureFrom reinventing culture to ensuring equal voices, Karin Hurt discusses how hybrid work requires empathetic leadership, safe feedback spaces, and clarity-driven flexibility to strengthen trust and productivity.Preventing DEI Missteps and Building BelongingS03 E05Shelley SmithPreventing DEI Missteps and Building BelongingShelley Smith explores how leaders can avoid DEI missteps by building unique cultures, empowering all managers as custodians of engagement, and ensuring employee feedback drives consistent, visible change.Turning DEI Policy Into Everyday BelongingS03 E02Aysha AlawadhiTurning DEI Policy Into Everyday BelongingFrom culture as a competitive advantage to the crucial role of hiring, inclusivity, and technology, Aysha Alawadhi unpacks how organizations can implement DEI&B effectively, ensuring trust, balance, and engagement that employees can genuinely connect with.What DEI Really Means in the Modern WorkplaceS03 E01Emily GoodsonWhat DEI Really Means in the Modern WorkplaceKicking off Season 3, Emily Goodson, CEO of Culture Smart, unpacks the real meaning of DEI in today’s workplace, shedding light on equity vs. equality, tackling biases in hiring, and the role of belonging in building inclusive, high-performing cultures.
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