Modern Mentor Making work more human with Bonnie Davis
Apr 15, 2025
Bonnie Davis, co-founder of HuWork and a passionate advocate for human-centered practices, shares her insights on transforming workplace culture. She discusses the importance of building trust to engage talent, especially in hybrid settings. Bonnie emphasizes celebrating strengths as a catalyst for positive change and the need for meaningful connections through rituals. The conversation also touches on balancing human values with performance in a world influenced by AI and offers practical strategies for self-reflection and empowerment in the workplace.
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Seven Pillars Define Humanity
- Hework's assessment measures seven pillars to define humanity at work with actionable questions.
- It emphasizes recognising existing strengths alongside identifying growth areas for sustainable change.
Tackle Resistance with Data
- Use data from assessments to engage resistant leaders about the importance of human-centered culture.
- Tailor human elements to fit company style instead of forcing a one-size-fits-all approach.
Power of Rituals and Celebration
- Implement simple rituals like thoughtful team meetings and celebrations to foster connection and community.
- Use these rituals consistently to build relationships that drive collaboration and business results.
