This is a comprehensive guide designed for business leaders seeking to build impactful and people-first organizations. The book delves into the core principles of leadership, exploring what it truly means to cultivate a thriving organizational culture. It bridges the gap between theory and practice, offering actionable advice grounded in solid leadership frameworks, ensuring readers understand both the "how" and the "why" behind effective cultural development. Through real-life stories and relatable experiences, the book makes complex concepts easily digestible, empowering leaders to navigate the challenges of modern workplaces and build more cohesive and productive teams. This playbook addresses the urgent need for cultural transformation in today's work environment. It provides practical strategies to align intended and actual culture, closing the gaps that often hinder organizational success. Crafting Cultures recognizes that employees are demanding change, challenging traditional notions of purpose, priorities and loyalty. It equips leaders with the essential skills and tools to meet these evolving expectations, fostering a human-centric approach that drives engagement, innovation and overall well-being. AUTHORS: Simone Fenton-Jarvis is an award-winning workplace consultant and Group Director at VPOD. She is the author of The Human-Centric Workplace (LID). Louisa Clark is an executive coach and founder of One Feather Coaching. They are based in the UK.
