What Is Team Culture? My background is in science, specifically biology. So when I think about culture, one definition that instantly comes to mind is “the cultivation of cells in an artificial medium containing nutrients”. A scientist is depicted holding a petri dish that appears to contain a microbial culture grown in agar. In the context of society, culture refers…

Key Takeaways: When designing the employee experience, creating a psychologically safe environment that encourages team members to share concerns, questions, and ideas is foundational to success. It is more important than ever before to effectively gauge and respond to employee burnout.  Implement conventions and procedures that clarify and streamline internal communications and reduce exposure to non-essential information. Set guidelines to…

Key Takeaways: Automation technology and workforce distribution is driving shifts in how managers lead teams. A chief work officer’s primary role focuses on process and aims to improve the work experience for individuals on a team. Xponent21 introduced the role of Chief Work Officer in August of 2021 with the goal of empowering team members to deliver a truly unmatched…

The Future of Work Literally Can’t Wait With the urgent need to contain the spread of an unprecedented virus, it has become mission critical for companies and organizations to communicate their readiness plans to staff and customers while simultaneously rolling out the digital infrastructure needed to support remote work culture and productivity. As a digital business, it made sense for…

Growth is a unifying pursuit that most, if not all, companies and organizations embark upon. American writer William S. Burroughs encapsulated the fundamental nature of growth when he said: “If you’re not growing, you’re dying.” This pursuit sits at the forefront of the minds of decision-makers with the primary benchmarks being increased revenues and profits. With growth topping the priorities…