S2 E6: Managing Your Organisational Culture for Success

Culture is the backbone of any successful organisation—it drives engagement, innovation, and long-term performance. In this episode, host Buhle Dlamini explores why culture is often more critical than strategy and how leaders can actively shape a workplace environment that fosters success. We discuss key signs of a struggling culture, the four biggest culture traps, and practical steps to build a thriving organizational culture in an era of hybrid work and rapid change.

Guest Interview: Graeme Codrington & Mirjam Baijens

This episode features a conversation between Graeme Codrington and Mirjam Baijens, Chief HR Officer at Grundfos Global. They discuss new organisational models that emphasize flexibility, talent management, and knowledge sharing, as well as the importance of adapting to changing workforce dynamics.

Culture is not just an HR concern—it is a strategic asset. If you are looking to strengthen your company culture, reach out to our team to explore how we can help or visit: https://tomorrowtodayglobal.com/resource/creating-inclusive-culture/ 

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Additional Resources

• The 4 Deadly Sins of Work Culture | Watch on YouTube (TED Audio Collective)
• The Importance of Organizational Culture for Business Success | Read on ResearchGate

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Let us know if there are any specific topics you would like to hear us discuss! 

If you listened to this episode and want to learn more about how your business can become bionic, antifragile, and a force for good in the world, we’d love to connect with you. 

Our team at TomorrowToday have spent over 20 years developing both a picture of what the future of work is going to look like, and frameworks of the key characteristics that future-fit organisations need in order to be successful. We’d love to help you with this.  

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In this episode of The Tomorrow Today Podcast, Buhle Dlamini and Jude Foulston explore the challenges and opportunities of managing across generations, with a special focus on Generation Z.

They discuss:

• The characteristics of the four generations currently in the workplace
• How communication styles differ across generations
• Practical strategies for adaptive leadership to engage and empower Gen Z

Special guest Deanne King, Head of School at St Mary’s School for Girls, shares expert insights on creating autonomy, driving professional development, and preparing for the next generation of young people entering the workforce by 2030.

🎧 Tune in to gain practical advice for leading multi-generational teams effectively.

Links to resources:

• Leading the 6-Generation Workforce
• Generational Differences in the Workplace 
• 8 Ways Gen Z will change the workforce
  
  

Links to Deanne King:
https://www.stmarysschool.co.za/about-us 

Connect with Buhle:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/buhle/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/buhlespeaks
Email: [email protected]

Connect with Graeme:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/graemecodrington/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/graeme.codrington
Email: [email protected] 

How we can help you and your business:

If you listened to this episode and want to learn more about how your business can become bionic, antifragile, and a force for good in the world, we’d love to connect with you. 

Our team at TomorrowToday have spent over 20 years developing both a picture of what the future of work is going to look like, and frameworks of the key characteristics that future-fit organisations need in order to be successful. We’d love to help you with this.  

If you’d like to connect email us at [email protected] or visit our website. 

In this episode of The Tomorrow Today Podcast, Buhle Dlamini explores the concept of inclusive leadership and its critical role in the evolving workplace. 

He speaks about 3 pillars of Inclusive Leadership: fostering psychological safety, managing unconscious bias and cultivating cultural intelligence (CQ). Inclusive leadership goes beyond paying lip-service to diversity and involves creating work environments where everyone feels they belong and can show up as their best selves.  

Join us as we discuss:  

• Why inclusive leadership matters more than ever in today’s global workplace. 
• Practical strategies for building psychological safety and managing unconscious bias.  
• The role of adaptive leadership in the future of business.  
• Guest insights from Jean Stephens, former CEO of RSM Global, on preparing for leadership challenges of the 2030s.  

Jean Stephens is the former CEO of RSM Global, a position she held for 18 years until recently stepping down from the role to become a Senior Advisor to this global network of accounting and consulting firms.

Don’t miss actionable takeaways for creating a thriving, inclusive workplace culture. 

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In this episode, Buhle Dlamini unpacks how AI is transforming the future of work, emphasizing the necessity of unlearning, relearning, and reskilling. He explores how leaders can integrate human and machine skills for a thriving, bionic workplace. 

Later, Jude Foulston, digital director at TomorrowToday and founder of Future Smart Parent and Teacher, joins to discuss the critical role of emotional intelligence (EQ) in education, parenting, and leadership. Together, they provide practical insights on preparing for the complexities of an AI-driven future.

What you’ll learn:

• How AI is reshaping industries and why reskilling matters.
• The power of emotional intelligence in building the workforce of tomorrow.
• Practical strategies for individuals, educators, and organizations to stay future-ready.

🎧 Listen now and take the first step toward future-proofing your career and leadership.

📌 Resources mentioned in this episode:

• New World. New Skills (PwC)
• Upskilling: Bridging the Digital Divide (YouTube)
• Mayo Clinic’s Healthy Model for AI Success
• Future Smart Teacher AI Workshop
• Future Smart Parent Resources

Join the Future Smart Parent Community:
Instagram | Newsletter signup | Facebook Group

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For more insights, subscribe to The TomorrowToday Podcast. And let us know if there are any specific topics you would like to hear us discuss! 

Our team at TomorrowToday have spent over 20 years developing both a picture of what the future of work is going to look like, and frameworks of the key characteristics that future-fit organisations need in order to be successful. We’d love to help you with this.  

If you’d like to connect email us at [email protected] or visit our website. 

In this episode Buhle explores the evolving landscape of hybrid work, where technology, communication, and company culture intersect in new ways. We discuss real-world examples from companies that highlight the critical role of flexibility, well-being, and intentionality in creating a successful hybrid environment. Hybrid work isn’t just about location flexibility; it’s about a mindset shift that redefines how we work together.

One of the biggest challenges in this shift is enhancing communication across hybrid teams. Effective communication has become the new benchmark for success, making it essential to invest in these skills. 

The future of work is less about where we work and more about how we work.

So the question for you is which of the ideas from this episode are you going to implement immediately for success in the future of work in a hybrid workplace?

Links to resources:

Spotify’s Work From Anywhere Program: https://www.lifeatspotify.com/being-here/work-from-anywhere 

Return & Remote: How Salesforce Brings Employees Together for Modern Work: https://www.salesforce.com/news/stories/return-remote-how-salesforce-brings-employees-together-for-modern-work/ 

5 Key Ingredients of Thriving Hybrid Teams: https://tomorrowtodayglobal.com/resource/5-key-ingredients-of-a-thriving-hybrid-team/ 

Connect with Andy Bounds:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andybounds/
Website: https://andybounds.com/
Email: [email protected]


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Let us know if there are any specific topics you would like to hear us discuss! 

If you listened to this episode and want to learn more about how your business can become bionic, antifragile, and a force for good in the world, we’d love to connect with you. 

Our team at TomorrowToday have spent over 20 years developing both a picture of what the future of work is going to look like, and frameworks of the key characteristics that future-fit organisations need in order to be successful. We’d love to help you with this.  

If you’d like to connect email us at [email protected] or visit our website. 

In this episode of The TomorrowToday Podcast, we explore how creating a workplace culture focused on mastery, belonging, and meaning can enhance employee motivation and performance. It’s all about getting the best out of your people, not just the most. 

Featuring expert insights from organisational behaviour specialist, Siphiwe Moyo, we delve into how intentional leisure and continuous learning drive success in today’s fast-changing work environment.

In this episode, we look deeper into mastery in the workplace:

• Mastery involves continuous learning and improvement.
• Mandatory time off can lead to increased innovation.
• Leisure activities can enhance creativity and performance.
• Creating a culture of mastery requires intentional effort.
• Self-mastery is crucial for maintaining energy and creativity.

What are you going to try and do with your team to encourage a culture of mastery? How are you going to create the space for that mastery in your teams.

Links to resources:

• Listen to WorkLife with Adam Grant - The Science of Recharging on Weekends & Vacations: https://open.spotify.com/episode/79gHdKteUTACTGiKz0ili2?si=1BhWL7qNStCBG5uT2m0Gtg 
  
  
• Read 3 Things That Actually Motivate Employees by Rosabeth Moss Kanter https://hbr.org/2013/10/three-things-that-actually-motivate-employees 

Connect with Siphiwe:
Website: https://siphiwemoyo.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/siphiwemoyo123
Email: [email protected] 

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Let us know if there are any specific topics you would like to hear us discuss!

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If you listened to this episode and want to learn more about how your business can become bionic, antifragile, and a force for good in the world, we’d love to connect with you. 

Email us at [email protected] or visit our website. 

As we wrap up Season 1 of The TomorrowToday Podcast, our hosts, Graeme Codrington and Buhle Dlamini, dive deep into their standout "aha" moments from the first 6 episodes, offering a powerful recap of the journey we've taken together in exploring what it takes to build future-fit, future-focused organisations that maintain their competitive edge into the 2030s. 

In this episode, Graeme and Buhle distill the characteristics of a future-focused business into five key characteristics:

• Bionic: Leveraging smart technology and human potential seamlessly.
• Opportunity-Focused: Spotting and capitalizing on emerging, disruptive trends and changes.
• Antifragile: Thriving amidst uncertainty and disruption.
• Inclusive: Embracing diversity to drive innovation and resilience.
• A Force for Good: Creating positive impact beyond profit.

If you want to dive deeper into any of these topics, we encourage you to go back and listen to Season 1, where we went into detail, sharing different frameworks, future scenarios and mindset changes when thinking about the future of work. 

Stay tuned for Season 2 - we will be chatting with leaders and CEOs of businesses and organisations that are already doing so much to set themselves up to thrive, no matter the disruption, in the future.

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Let us know if there are any specific topics you would like to hear us discuss! 

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In a world that’s constantly shifting and evolving, traditional leadership models just don’t cut it anymore. But what is the solution then? 

This episode goes into a detailed conversation about Adaptive Leadership - what it is, how leaders can apply the framework to their own leadership style, and why this is essential for building successful future-focused businesses.

Simply put, Adaptive Leadership is about “knowing what to do, when no one knows what to do.”

Resources mentioned in the episode:

• Humble Inquiry: The Gentle Art of Asking Instead of Telling by Edgar H. Schein 
• The Practice of Adaptive Leadership by Ron Heifetz
• Knowing What to Do, When You Don’t Know What to Do from TomorrowToday’s Futures Institute
• Leading in a Changing World by Graeme Codrington and Keith Coats 

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Connect with Keith on LinkedIn

How we can help you and your business:

If you listened to this episode and want to learn more about how your business can become bionic, antifragile, and a force for good in the world, we’d love to connect with you. Our team at TomorrowToday have spent over 20 years developing both a picture of what the future of work is going to look like, and frameworks of the key characteristics that future-fit organisations need in order to be successful. We’d love to help you with this.  

If you’d like to connect email us at [email protected] or visit our website. 

What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger, or so the saying goes. But aren’t you tired of feeling like your work is killing you? Tired of being resilient, getting knocked down and having to get back up again? That’s why this week’s podcast episode is all about how to be antifragile. 

Antifragility is about gaining from disorder, growing stronger during tough times and thriving in chaos and uncertainty.

In this episode Buhle and Graeme discuss how organisation can adapt and embrace principles of antifragility. They explore how to develop antifragile systems and get to the key question, which we pose to all listeners: What do you and your team need to rethink and unlearn about your organisation now?

Links to resources:

• Antifragile: Things That Gain from Disorder by Nassim Nicholas Taleb 
• Turn the Ship Around by David Marquet
• TomorrowToday’s Antifragility keynote 
• Strategic Imagination Toolkit FREEBIE 
• David Marquet video - What is leadership?  

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How we can help you and your business:

If you listened to this episode and want to learn more about how your business can become bionic, antifragile, and a force for good in the world, we’d love to connect with you. 

Our team at TomorrowToday have spent over 20 years developing both a picture of what the future of work is going to look like, and frameworks of the key characteristics that future-fit organisations need in order to be successful. We’d love to help you with this.  

If you’d like to connect email us at [email protected] or visit our website. 

In Episode 4 of The TomorrowToday Podcast, Buhle and Graeme dive into an interesting conversation about understanding the trends shaping the future.

Graeme and Buhle discuss the TIDES framework, through which we can examine disruptive change and then adapt our strategic business approaches. 

Being ready for the future and thinking like a futurist is not about knowing exactly what’s going to happen in the future. It’s about ensuring that you know how you will handle whatever does happen. It’s about knowing what to do when you don’t know what to do.

Some questions to consider:

1. What frameworks are you using to think about disruption? 
2. Do you have a radar system in place for detecting disruption?
3. Are you updating your view of the future regularly?
4. Do you get everyone in your team/organisation involved?

Resources mentioned in the episode:
- ThrowForward Thursday YouTube playlist
- Strategic Imagination FREE mini ebook download
- "21 Lessons for the 21st Century" by Yuval Noah Harari 

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If you listened to this episode and want to learn more about how your business can become bionic, antifragile, and a force for good in the world, we’d love to connect with you. Email us at [email protected] or visit our website.