Organizational culture experts Jenny Chatman and Sameer Srivastava discuss creating a culture that welcomes dissent, using examples from Pixar and Netflix. They emphasize the need to prioritize dissent, build systems for surfacing it, and leaders modeling admission of mistakes.

Organizational culture experts Jenny Chatman and Sameer Srivastava discuss creating a culture that fosters employees going above and beyond their job descriptions with Meili Hau. They highlight codification of values, encouraging collaboration, and leadership inspiring big goals.

Organizational culture experts Jenny Chatman and Sameer Srivastava discuss the benefits and drawbacks of having multiple subcultures within organizations. They emphasize the importance of awareness, agility, and alignment in managing subcultures effectively. The podcast provides real-world examples and tips for company leaders on creating a unified culture that prioritizes overarching cultural norms.

Experts Jenny Chatman and Sameer Srivastava help HubSpot CEO Yamini Rangan tackle how to keep hybrid workers connected to the mission. They discuss engaging employees through shared experiences, expanding networks within the organization, and experimenting with new ways of creating connections. The podcast delves into the challenges of hybrid work arrangements, incorporating art in the workplace, enhancing connections through leisure activities, and the role of technology in facilitating workplace rituals and coordination.

Experts Jenny and Samir delve into the intricacies of workplace culture, discussing the importance of shared beliefs and the balance between agreement and intensity. They touch on the dark side of too strong a culture and offer insights on maintaining and measuring culture in organizations like Southwest Airlines and Genentech. Key takeaways include Netflix's unique talent management approach and strategies for strengthening company culture.

The podcast delves into challenges of transitioning to in-person work, bridging remote and on-site employees, rebuilding trust post-layoffs, and reshaping workplace culture during the pandemic with research-based insights.