Company Culture

30 articles

A long-term employee looking undervalued next to a new hire receiving a better salary offer, highlighting the 'loyalty tax' in the workplace.
Insights

Long-term employees face loyalty tax wage stagnation vs new hires

A recent Gallup survey found 60% of long-term employees believe they are underpaid compared to new hires in similar roles, exposing a widespread penalty for company loyalty.

Marcus Ellery·July 18, 2026
Diverse new hires being welcomed into a modern office by a mentor, symbolizing successful onboarding and team integration.
Hiring

How to Develop a Comprehensive New Hire Onboarding Program

Nearly one in five new employees quit within their first 45 days, creating significant disruption and financial strain.

Nathaniel Brooks·July 17, 2026
TekSynap employees celebrating in a modern office, recognized as a top workplace in Washington D.C.
Workplace

WTOP News Names TekSynap a 2026 DC Top Workplace

TekSynap has been named the 4th best workplace among the largest employers in the Washington D.

Marcus Ellery·July 17, 2026
Diverse team of employees collaborating happily in a bright, modern office, symbolizing a top workplace culture.
Workplace

Best Places to Work Awards Focus on Culture, Rigor

Stocks at the 100 Best Companies outperform the market by a factor of nearly four times, according to Great Place to Work .

Marcus Ellery·July 16, 2026
A metaphorical maze of award ribbons and trophies leading to a bright 'Best Place to Work' star, symbolizing the evolving landscape of employer recognition.
Workplace

The Evolving Landscape of 'Best Places to Work' Awards

In 2026, U.S. News & World Report alone evaluated 3,900 companies across 14 industries for its 'Best Companies to Work For' ratings, joining numerous other publications in releasing extensive lists. T

Marcus Ellery·July 15, 2026
Diverse team in a modern office, with a leader showing empathy and fostering trust, highlighting collaborative success and innovation.
Leadership

Compassionate Leadership: Impacting Your Future Bottom Line

At a recent graduation ceremony, keynote speaker Jose Carlos Linares challenged graduates to build careers on relationships, not transactions.

Alina Petrov·July 15, 2026
Young professionals in a modern office, demonstrating Gen Z's preference for purpose-driven work and flexible environments.
Workplace

Gen Z's Workplace Revolution: Purpose Over Pay Reshapes Trends

An 'effort recession' now impacts 6 in 10 Indian firms, signaling a profound shift in employee engagement that companies can no longer ignore, according to NDTV .

Marcus Ellery·July 14, 2026
Diverse women leaders collaborating in an office, demonstrating care work while facing stalled advancement to top executive positions.
Insights

Women Leaders Boost Company Health, Yet Top Roles Remain Stalled

More than 81% of women surveyed spend at least 30% of their work on unpaid, unrecognized care work, such as managing organizational change or mitigating team anxiety, according to Forbes .

Alina Petrov·July 11, 2026
A diverse team of professionals collaborating effectively in a modern office, symbolizing the benefits of culture add in hiring for innovation.
Hiring

Culture Add vs. Culture Fit: Which Hiring Approach Builds Diverse Teams?

The vague phrase 'not a cultural fit' frequently rejects job candidates, often masking personal dislikes over objective qualifications.

Nathaniel Brooks·July 10, 2026
A split image showing a refreshed employee on one side and a desk with a complex task on the other, illustrating the impact of short breaks.
Workplace

Short breaks boost vigor and cut fatigue, study finds

Studies in 2026 reveal micro-breaks often have a non-significant effect on increasing overall work performance, despite employees feeling refreshed and less fatigued.

Marcus Ellery·July 6, 2026
A split image contrasting a stressed, overworked individual at a cluttered desk with a serene individual enjoying a peaceful sunset by a lake.
Workplace

Disconnecting from work can boost productivity, but resistance is high.

An Indian professional moving to Norway found their new 7.

Alina Petrov·July 6, 2026
CEO on a front porch at sunset, contemplating a difficult decision, embodying the Matthew McConaughey Front Porch Test.
Workplace

What is the Matthew McConaughey Front Porch Test for Workplace Culture?

Imagine a CEO, faced with a tough decision, asking themselves: 'Would I be proud to tell my grandmother about this on her front porch?

Marcus Ellery·July 4, 2026
Split image showing a vibrant, collaborative office environment contrasted with a solitary, stressed employee in a dim workspace, symbolizing the gap in mental health support.
Workplace

Workplace Mental Health Awareness Soars, But Access to Support Lags Behind

One in five Gen Z men (aged 18-26) have taken mental health leave, a rate equal to their female counterparts, according to Fair Play Talks .

Marcus Ellery·July 4, 2026
Employees of Credit Union of Southern California celebrating their 'Top Workplaces USA 2024' award with smiles and a banner in a modern office.
Workplace

Credit Union of Southern California Earns Top Workplace Award Again

For the third consecutive year, Credit Union of Southern California (CU SoCal) employees anonymously rated their workplace highly enough to earn a national 'Top Workplaces USA 2024' award, defying ind

Alina Petrov·July 3, 2026
Diverse team collaborating in a bright office, receiving positive feedback and discussing employee development strategies.
Leadership

Companies Embrace Frequent Feedback for Employee Development

Employees who understand their job expectations are 8.

Alina Petrov·July 1, 2026
Diverse group of professionals looking determined as a company building dissolves in the background, representing the impact of cutting LGBTQ+ support.
Careers

68% of LGBTQ+ workers would quit if their company cuts support

A striking 68% of LGBTQ+ employees would leave a company that stops supporting them, according to Inc .

Nathaniel Brooks·June 30, 2026
Diverse team of employees smiling and working together in a modern, sunlit office, symbolizing a top workplace.
Workplace

Guide to 2026 Best Places to Work Lists & Programs

Nvidia has already secured the top spot in the 2026 list of Best Companies for the Future, according to WSJ .

Marcus Ellery·June 26, 2026
Starbucks Korea employees participating in a history and social sensitivity training session, emphasizing human connection over AI.
Entrepreneurship

Starbucks Korea trains staff on history, culture amid AI debate

Starbucks Korea will close all 2,000+ stores on June 22 for mandatory history and social sensitivity training.

Jenna Wallace·June 25, 2026
Professionals in a modern office subtly prioritizing personal well-being over intense career advancement during a meeting.
Insights

What Is Quiet Ambition in the Modern Workforce?

In the United States, only 31% of employees reported being engaged at work in 2024, marking the lowest level in a decade, according to Engagedly .

Marcus Ellery·June 25, 2026
Diverse team of professionals collaborating happily in a bright, modern office, showcasing a healthy and successful workplace culture.
Workplace

Top 9 Elements of Healthy Workplace Culture for Business Success

Companies with strong organizational cultures have seen their net profits increase by an astounding 85% over just five years, according to Stories From Hilton .

Alina Petrov·June 21, 2026
Diverse business leaders collaborating around a table, discussing ethical frameworks and demonstrating a commitment to integrity and moral principles.
Leadership

What Are the Principles of Ethical Leadership and Fostering Integrity?

In 1970, Ford crash-tested prototypes of its new Pinto, revealing ruptured gas tanks and fuel leaks in every 20-mph test—a flaw executives knew would risk human lives.

Alina Petrov·June 20, 2026
Hitachi Federal employees collaborating happily in a modern D.C. office, with the city skyline visible, representing a top workplace environment.
Workplace

Hitachi Federal named 2026 Top Workplace in D.C.

Hitachi Federal, a major government contractor, just earned a 2026 Top Workplace award from WTOP News.

Marcus Ellery·June 19, 2026
A stark contrast between a disengaged employee and actively engaged colleagues in an office setting, highlighting the impact of silent resignation.
Workplace

Silent resignation costs businesses, engagement strategies offer a path.

A single disengaged employee costs their employer roughly 18% of their annual salary in lost productivity, absenteeism, and turnover risk.

Alina Petrov·June 18, 2026
South Carolina skyline at sunset with professionals celebrating, symbolizing the announcement of provisional Best Places to Work.
Workplace

SCBIZ Announces 95 Provisional Best Places to Work in SC

Ninety-five companies across South Carolina have been provisionally named to the 2026 Best Places to Work list, setting the stage for a competitive reveal of final rankings on August 24.

Marcus Ellery·June 18, 2026
Diageo CEO overseeing a headcount reduction, with a focus on company culture concerns impacting employee morale and business strategy.
Careers

Diageo CEO Orders Headcount Reduction Amidst Company Culture Concerns

At global spirits giant Diageo, the CEO has ordered a reduction in headcount, signaling major layoffs are imminent.

Nathaniel Brooks·June 18, 2026
A manager hands an unenthusiastic employee a bonus check as other employees pack boxes, illustrating the failure of bonuses to create buy-in.
Leadership

Why Bonuses Fail to Create Employee Buy-In

Employees often wait for a retention bonus, collect the payout, then resign shortly after, creating a predictable 'bonus cliff' for companies, according to copc .

Alina Petrov·June 11, 2026
Diverse team of happy employees working together in a bright, modern office, celebrating Clearwater Living's Great Place to Work certification.
Workplace

Clearwater Living Earns Prestigious Great Place to Work Certification

For the seventh consecutive year, Clearwater Living has earned its 'Great Place to Work' certification, marking its consistent workplace excellence in 2026.

Marcus Ellery·June 10, 2026
Diverse team of professionals from multiple generations working together collaboratively in a modern office, symbolizing effective multi-generational leadership.
Leadership

Top 8 Leadership Skills for a Multi-Generational Workforce

Ninety-four percent of US professionals say company culture dictates whether they stay or leave, yet only 36% feel their employer invests in their growth, according to EY .

Alina Petrov·June 7, 2026
Diverse employees collaborating in a bright, modern office, symbolizing a supportive and resilient workplace culture focused on well-being.
Workplace

What is building resilient workplace culture for employee well-being in 2026?

Globally, depression and anxiety cause an estimated 12 billion working days to be lost annually, costing US$1 trillion in lost productivity, according to the World Health Organization (WHO) .

Alina Petrov·June 5, 2026
Diverse team of hospitality employees celebrating recognition on the UK Best Places to Work list.
Workplace

Seven Beam Members Recognized on UK Best Places to Work List

For the third consecutive year, Valor Hospitality UK & Europe has secured a spot on The Sunday Times' Top 10 Best Places to Work list.

Marcus Ellery·June 3, 2026