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That feeling when someone calls your workplace a "family"? It doesn't feel right for a reason. Real workplace community is something entirely different—and much more valuable for your team's success.
In this episode, community expert DeMario Bell reveals what actually creates belonging at work (hint: it's not happy hours or pizza parties). Learn the trust equation that builds genuine connections, simple ways to foster psychological safety on your team, and why those little moments in one-on-ones matter more than grand team-building events.
Whether you're leading a small team or an entire department, this conversation offers practical steps to build workplace communities that support both personal growth and business results—no forced "family" dynamics required.
Connect with DeMario –
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/demario-bell-7a510994/
Website: https://www.gatherfulconsulting.com/
Connect with Jen-
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenparnold/
Website: https://growthsignals.co/
By Jen Arnold, Leadership Consultant & Coach5
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That feeling when someone calls your workplace a "family"? It doesn't feel right for a reason. Real workplace community is something entirely different—and much more valuable for your team's success.
In this episode, community expert DeMario Bell reveals what actually creates belonging at work (hint: it's not happy hours or pizza parties). Learn the trust equation that builds genuine connections, simple ways to foster psychological safety on your team, and why those little moments in one-on-ones matter more than grand team-building events.
Whether you're leading a small team or an entire department, this conversation offers practical steps to build workplace communities that support both personal growth and business results—no forced "family" dynamics required.
Connect with DeMario –
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/demario-bell-7a510994/
Website: https://www.gatherfulconsulting.com/
Connect with Jen-
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenparnold/
Website: https://growthsignals.co/