We’re back with another episode live from CultureCon 2024!

Join host Jasmine Bellamy as she chats with Mark Cruth, Modern Work Coach at Atlassian. With only 13% of teams thriving, Mark shares how storytelling can reconnect teams to their purpose. From "Postcards from the Future" to "Future Press Releases," discover simple, practical ways to energize your team and bring the magic back to work.

Ready to transform your leadership? Let’s get storytelling! 🎙️

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• Storytelling Builds Team Connection: Teams that connect emotionally to their purpose are more cohesive and productive.
• Experimentation is Key: Implementing and iterating on ideas is the best way to test their effectiveness in practice.
• Frameworks for Alignment: Tools like “Future Press Release” and “Postcard from the Future” help teams align around shared goals.
• Leaders Must Embrace Storytelling: Relatability, emotion, authenticity, and detail are the four pillars of impactful storytelling.

What if “you matter” wasn’t just a feel-good phrase but a leadership superpower?

In today’s Predictive Index special episode, Angela Maiers, renowned educator and change-maker, joins Matt Poepsel to explore how leaders can ignite purpose and performance by meeting the most basic human need. Packed with stories, insights, and actionable tips, this episode will change the way you lead.

Tune in—you matter too!

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Key Takeaways:

• Mattering is Fundamental: Mattering is a core human need, as vital as food or water, and leaders must intentionally nurture it.
• Crisis of Meaning: The pandemic has exposed a “crisis of meaning,” where workers are prioritizing purpose over routine.
• Actionable Leadership: Small acts like acknowledging someone’s name or work can create profound impacts on engagement and culture.
• Business Impact: Cultures of mattering lead to increased productivity, better performance, and ultimately, higher profitability.

Live from CultureCon, we’re talking workplace magic with Debra Squyres, Chief Customer Officer at Bonusly! 🎉

From Bonusly’s origin story to game-changing tips on recognition and leadership, this episode is packed with inspiring stories and actionable advice for building thriving, people-first workplaces.

Tune in to discover how small moments of recognition create BIG impacts!

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• Recognition is transformational: Consistent, meaningful recognition boosts team morale and fosters collaboration across distributed teams.
• Adapt to the evolving workplace: Today’s challenges require innovative solutions that align with remote and hybrid work models.
• The power of feedback: Leaders must embrace feedback as a tool for trust and growth, celebrating both small wins and major milestones.
• Empowering managers: Tools like Bonusly equip managers to build stronger relationships with their teams, leading to higher engagement and better performance.