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Workplace Culture
25 articles from Professional AV practitioners
Leading Change from Within: The Power of Transformational Leadership
Leadership is being tested in real time. As organizations navigate AI adoption, remote work, and constant structural change, many leaders are discovering that strategy alone isn’t enough. That’s why transformational leadership is showing up as a critical differentiator—because people are asking deeper questions about purpose, trust, and what it really means to show up…
HR at a Crossroads: Navigating Culture, AI, and the Future of Work
The modern workplace is at a crossroads, shaped by the rapid rise of AI, shifting cultural expectations, and increasing pressure on leaders to balance efficiency with humanity. Organizations are being forced to make intentional choices about how they operate, how they lead, and how they invest in their people — choices that will define…
Redefining Talent Solutions in the AI Era: Soft Skills, Purpose, and Flexibility at the Center of Career Growth
As careers become less linear and more purpose-driven, workers are increasingly drawn to environments that value adaptability, culture fit, and soft skills for career growth. These capabilities are proving just as critical as technical expertise, especially as AI, remote work, and flexible paths reshape the labor market. According to McKinsey, 70 percent of workers…
Enhancing Team Culture Through Humor: How Levity Builds Trust, Retention, and Performance in Today’s Workplace
Workplace culture has become a defining factor in employee retention and performance. According to research from EnterpriseAlumni, employees who are not recognized are 8× more likely to be actively disengaged and 4× more likely to look for a new job. In other words, when recognition and culture are lacking, organizations face serious risks in…
Learning Out Loud with Belief, Courage, and the Power of Yes
In a world where workplace disengagement is on the rise, with global employee engagement falling to just 21% in 2024, leaders and teams are increasingly seeking meaning, connection, and growth in their work. Amid this shift, professionals are asking deeper questions about purpose and fulfillment, both individually and collectively. That’s exactly where Paul Plamondon’s…
Workplace Visibility Builds Careers and Communities Through Trust, Recognition, and Shared Growth
What if the most powerful way to grow your career isn’t by perfecting your pitch, but by telling your story? In this episode of Professional Quotient: Conversations that Build Equity, host Jason Winningham welcomes Hunter Lopatin, the Director of MarketScale, to explore the real value of visibility and voice in the workplace. The discussion…
The Future of the Engineering Community: Equity, AI, and Real Connection
The Engineer Who Builds Communities, Not Just Systems! Angelie Vincent has spent more than two decades in aerospace engineering, but her real legacy might be the communities she’s built along the way. Now an AI Integration Engineer at Boeing, Angelie joins Professional Quotient host Jason Winningham for a wide-ranging conversation on neurodivergent leadership, workplace…
The Power of Values-Based Leadership: Lead with Purpose and Align Your Work with What Matters Most
Many executives climb the ladder of business achievement only to realize it rests against the wrong wall. According to research, 89% of Gen Z and 92% of millennials say purpose is vital to job satisfaction and well-being. As these generations move into leadership roles, the demand for values-based leadership frameworks that connect personal purpose to…
Breaking Barriers: Women Leading in the Security Industry
Despite growing gender diversity in many industries, the security field continues to be largely male-dominated. However, that landscape is evolving as more women in security step into leadership roles, challenge long-standing norms, and contribute to a more inclusive culture. Through mentorship, development programs, and increased visibility, this shift is not only empowering individuals but…
Boots on the Ground: Supporting Veterans at Icertis
Veterans discover how one enterprise software company transforms military skills into civilian career success through intentional mentorship and workplace cultu
Honoring the Past, Empowering the Future: Reflections on Juneteenth at Icertis
A leading enterprise software company reflects on how honoring Black history strengthens cultural awareness and commitment to equity in the workplace
AMAG’s Customer-Obsessed Culture Built on Teamwork, Trust, and Impact
A customer-obsessed approach requires internal alignment around shared values and empowered teams working toward a common goal
Inclusive Excellence Starts with How Companies Show Respect
Respect in the workplace goes beyond politeness—it's the foundation that allows all employees, including those with disabilities, to bring their full selves to

Salute to Joe Geloso: The Reddy Ice Legend
A decades-long career in ice distribution built a legacy of unwavering reliability and respect across the entire organization
Empowering Teams with the No Fail Trust™ Methodology: Insights From U.S. Air Force Pilot Jason O. Harris
A decorated pilot reveals how military-grade trust principles transform organizational performance and team resilience
Empower Your People Teaser
Creating a workplace culture where employees feel trusted to innovate drives better results across hospitality operations
The Art of Being Human at Work with Allison Schultz
Leaders discover how authenticity and compassion reshape workplace culture beyond traditional productivity metrics
Empowering Employees and Nurturing Culture for Technological Advancement: A Glimpse Inside Skydel
Building a thriving tech company starts with empowering people and creating a culture where innovation naturally flourishes
To Overcome Business Challenges and Keep Morale High, Companies Must Foster A Positive Workplace Culture
When business headwinds hit hardest, a strong internal culture becomes the most valuable asset for weathering the storm
Lights, Camera and Lunch with Denise
A hospitality tech leader discovers that authentic company culture thrives in unexpected moments beyond the conference room
Lights, Camera and Lunch with Shanon & Serenity
Two professionals discover that bringing family moments into the workplace strengthens team bonds and humanizes corporate culture
Lights, Camera and Lunch with Carlie
Pet-friendly workplace cultures drive employee morale and productivity while humanizing the remote work experience
Wrong Fit, Right Fit: The Essence of Workplace Fit and Its Impact on Modern Work Culture
Misaligned employees can erode culture, while shared values and purpose reduce turnover by half
Business Growth: The Inspiring Journey of Parks Coffee
A family's garage startup mentality shaped one leader's blueprint for scaling a thriving coffee business through unwavering values
An 18-Hole Attitude Towards Building a Culture of Excellence
Leaders who commit to long-term consistency rather than quick wins create cultures that actually sustain excellence