In this episode of The Long-Distance Worklife, Wayne Turmel sits down with Dr. Jessica Kriegel, Chief Scientist of Workplace Culture at Culture Partners, to explore the true essence of workplace culture. Dr. Kriegel challenges the common misconceptions that culture is all about perks like ping-pong tables, explaining instead how an adaptive culture—one that evolves with changing circumstances—is crucial for driving results. They discuss the pitfalls of trying to return to pre-pandemic office norms and why forward-thinking leadership that embraces the new realities of remote and hybrid work is essential for organizational success.

Key Takeaways

1. Understanding Culture: It's not just "how we do things here" but a strategic tool to achieve organizational goals.
2. Adaptive Culture: The most successful organizations are those that can adapt to change, as demonstrated by research.
3. Post-Pandemic Work: The idea of "returning" to the office is flawed; instead, companies should focus on evolving.
4. Creating Impactful Experiences: Culture is shaped by the experiences we create, whether in-person or virtual.

Featured Guest

Name: Dr. Jessica Kriegel

Bio: Jessica Kriegel is the Chief Scientist of Workplace Culture for Culture Partners, leading research and strategy in best practices for driving results through culture. For 15+ years, Jessica has been guiding global, national, Fortune 100, and other organizations across finance, technology, real estate, and healthcare industries on the path to creating intentional cultures that accelerate performance. As a keynote speaker, Jessica leverages her current research and 15+ years of global organizational culture innovation, providing leaders with the map and tools for how to build cultures that deliver results.

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