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Why Workplace Culture Isn't Optional – Here's How to Get It Right
In this episode of the Work It Like a Mum Podcast, we sit down with Paula Brockwell, founder and director of the Employee Experience Project, to unpack the real power of workplace culture. Paula explains why culture isn’t just about “Sunday night vibes” but is a system that drives employee behaviour, performance, and business success.
What We Cover:
- What business culture really is and why it matters
- Why there’s no universal “perfect culture” and how alignment with business goals is key
- The role of leadership in connecting employees to the mission
- How KPIs can support or harm culture
- Resetting psychological contracts to create empowered, high-performing teams
- Preparing for the future of work with AI and evolving skill requirements
Key Takeaways:
- Culture is more than vibes: It shapes how people act, what’s acceptable, and how success happens.
- No one-size-fits-all: The best culture fits your business context, goals, and mission.
- Leadership matters: Great leaders connect people to the mission and help them thrive.
- Behaviour over motivation: Culture drives the actions that achieve results—not just good feelings.
- Psychological contracts: Clear, adult-to-adult agreements keep expectations realistic and engagement high.
- KPIs that align: Metrics work when they reinforce the right behaviours, not conflicting ones.
- AI and the future of work: Rethink talent, skills, and human-machine partnerships to stay ahead.
Why You Should Listen:
If you are a business leader, HR professional, or team manager, this episode offers practical guidance on building a culture that empowers employees, boosts performance, and helps your organisation thrive in any market. Paula’s insights take you beyond surface-level “culture vibes” to strategies that really make a difference.
Show Links:
Connect With Our Host, Elizabeth Willetts Here
Connect With Paula on LinkedIn Here
Visit Paula’s Website Here
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By Elizabeth WillettsIn this episode of the Work It Like a Mum Podcast, we sit down with Paula Brockwell, founder and director of the Employee Experience Project, to unpack the real power of workplace culture. Paula explains why culture isn’t just about “Sunday night vibes” but is a system that drives employee behaviour, performance, and business success.
What We Cover:
- What business culture really is and why it matters
- Why there’s no universal “perfect culture” and how alignment with business goals is key
- The role of leadership in connecting employees to the mission
- How KPIs can support or harm culture
- Resetting psychological contracts to create empowered, high-performing teams
- Preparing for the future of work with AI and evolving skill requirements
Key Takeaways:
- Culture is more than vibes: It shapes how people act, what’s acceptable, and how success happens.
- No one-size-fits-all: The best culture fits your business context, goals, and mission.
- Leadership matters: Great leaders connect people to the mission and help them thrive.
- Behaviour over motivation: Culture drives the actions that achieve results—not just good feelings.
- Psychological contracts: Clear, adult-to-adult agreements keep expectations realistic and engagement high.
- KPIs that align: Metrics work when they reinforce the right behaviours, not conflicting ones.
- AI and the future of work: Rethink talent, skills, and human-machine partnerships to stay ahead.
Why You Should Listen:
If you are a business leader, HR professional, or team manager, this episode offers practical guidance on building a culture that empowers employees, boosts performance, and helps your organisation thrive in any market. Paula’s insights take you beyond surface-level “culture vibes” to strategies that really make a difference.
Show Links:
Connect With Our Host, Elizabeth Willetts Here
Connect With Paula on LinkedIn Here
Visit Paula’s Website Here
Support the show
Sign up for our newsletter and never miss an episode!
Follow us on Instagram.
Join over 1 million customers and counting who are saving money on their household bills with Utility Warehouse. Discover how much you can save here.
And here's your invite to our supportive and empowering Facebook Group, Work It Like a Mum - a supportive and safe networking community for professional working mothers. Our community is full of like-minded female professionals willing to offer support, advice or a friendly ear. See you there!