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“It’s Not My place to Say Anything.” Actually – It Is, and It’s Empowering.

“Well, it’s just not my place to say anything.” That’s what Madison said to me when she was complaining about her co-worker. Jason was continuously making commitments and not following through, being dismissive of her concerns, and basically just making her job harder. I had suggested that she be open with him to see if Read More

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Trust: A Vital Element of Community at Work

Community is a vital element of vibrant company culture. Workplaces are made up of humans, and for all humans, the community provides a means of support. While we are not as tribal now as we once were as a species, our need for other people has not gone away. Whether it is receiving encouragement from Read More

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Openness: A Key to Creating Community at Work

Community is a vital element in people’s feelings of satisfaction in their workplaces and in life. Humans are hard-wired for community which is why it is a critical piece of any organization’s culture. At Gallaher Edge, we focus on three pieces that create a sense of community at work: practicing openness, building trust, and demonstrating Read More

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Why is Community Important at Work?

For many companies, 2020 brought a sudden transition to remote work. Teams were scattered as everyone worked from home, and the only interaction people experienced with their teams was virtual. One challenge that has emerged in this period of rapid change has been building community in the workplace. But why is community so vital at Read More