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571. How to Build Organizational Cultures Where Your Teams Can Thrive - Laura Buckley


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Meet Laura. She's a leadership coach and consultant who helps leaders create thriving cultures. From integrating work and well-being to making meetings meaningful, she’s sharing practical strategies to build inclusive and supportive environments. Tune in to learn how small, intentional changes can transform your org into a place where everyone thrives🌱

đź’ˇ Learn

  • The importance of bridging the gap between work and well-being
  • How to build thriving cultures 
  • Practical tips for improving meetings


Today's Guest
Laura Buckley, Coach and Consultant

Episode Highlights

  • Laura’s story and journey to where she is today (3:15)
  • Workplace dynamics (5:50)
  • How can we build the bridge between work and well-being (9:20)
  • What to do individually to build organizational cultures we can all thrive in (13:30)
  • Reframing team building so we can build thriving cultures (18:50)
  • Talk to us about  the art and science of meetings that actually move us toward collective action. (25:00)
  • A powerful moment of philanthropy in Laura’s life (29:35)
  • Laura’s One Good Thing: Schedule your meetings for 25 minutes or 50 minutes and always have space at the end to get up from your desk. (31:50)
  • How to connect with Laura (33:20)


For more information + episode details visit: weareforgood.com/episode/571.

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