Culture Over Coffee

Nov 07 2024 34 ep. 26 mins
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Welcome to Culture Over Coffee, a podcast focused on improving company culture and fostering employee engagement hosted by Beth Sunshine, SVP/Partner at Up Your Culture. Every week we chat with experts and thought leaders about the latest proven practices that succeed in reducing regrettable turnover, increasing productivity and retaining key customers. So, pour a cup of your favorite brew and join us. Up Your Culture, an employee engagement and company culture firm, was designed by The Center for Sales Strategy which has almost 40 years of experience improving business performance.

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The State of Company Culture and ENGAGE 2022: The Company Culture Report with Matt Sunshine & Deborah Fulghum

Oct 25 2024 29 mins  
For our first episode, not only do we highlight the various reasons why company culture and employee engagement should be top of mind for every organization, but we also consult the results from our own ENGAGE 2022: The Company Culture Report to get a feel for the current culture climate as we head into the new year. Joining Beth are Matt Sunshine, Managing Partner at The Center

The Value of Shared Mission, Core Values, and Purpose Statements with Maryann Balbo

Oct 25 2024 29 mins  
In this episode, we begin our season long journey through each of the Four Engagement Elevators. We hop on Elevator number 1: Shared Mission. This is the clear vision that everyone in a group believes in and can easily articulate. It's the beacon that all eyes are on as the group makes their way on their journey together. And who better to discuss the importance of Shared Mission

Exploring People Development with Fran Mallace

Oct 25 2024 30 mins  
In this episode, we’re continuing our exploration of each of the Four Engagement Elevators. Today, we’re going up in elevator number 2: People Development. This is the elevator where managers care about their people, build individualized relationships, transparently share information, coach both strengths and weaknesses, and provide meaningful feedback. And one of the best �

The Vital Role of Valued Voice in Your Team's Performance with Lori Clark

Oct 25 2024 28 mins  
In this episode, we continue our journey through each of the Four Engagement Elevators. Today, we’re stepping into elevator number 3: Valued Voice. In this elevator employees trust their coworkers and leaders, participating in open, two-way communication. They allow others to talk as they sincerely listen and, in turn, they share information and concerns. Helping us explore Val

The Importance of Earned Trust with Allison Delagrange

Oct 25 2024 29 mins  
In this episode, we’re continuing our deep dive into each of the Four Engagement Elevators. Today we’re taking a ride in elevator number 4: Earned Trust. This is the elevator where people mean what they say and live the values they espouse every day which are reflected in their day-to-day actions. And when it comes to discussing Earned Trust, it’d be hard to do better than

LOOKING AHEAD: Keep Your Company Campfire Bright

Oct 25 2024 31 mins  
In this episode, as we begin a new year, we take a moment to look back at 2022. What were the biggest takeaways in the realm of company culture and employee engagement? We also look forward, analyzing and predicting how to best approach ongoing employee engagement trends that you may see pop up around your company campfire in 2023. Helping me break it all down are amazing membe

Secrets to Success with a Hybrid Work Model with JC Campese

Oct 25 2024 31 mins  
In this episode, we’re discussing some of the continuing frustrations and points of friction that persist in many hybrid work models. More importantly, we’re going to uncover some of the secret ways to find success in virtual spaces. And who better to help break down the current state of hybrid work than JC Campese, Vice President and Market Manager at CMG? JC provides so man

Tracing a Company's Culture Journey with Rich Barone

Oct 25 2024 20 mins  
In this episode, we’re breaking down an individual company’s culture journey. Where did they begin? What were the challenges they faced along the way? What results have they experienced on the other side? Joining me today to answer questions like those and more, is the amazing Rich Barone, VP at Cox Media Arizona Rich shares so many valuable thoughts, like: When you make

Mastering Individualized Management with Sarah Dobbins

Oct 25 2024 23 mins  
In this episode, we’re tackling how to go about mastering the art of individualized management. How can leaders best harness the unique talents and powers of each individual to maximize engagement across their teams? Joining me to break it all down is a master of individualized management herself, Sarah Dobbins, Market President and Chief Revenue Officer at Townsquare Media Por

MYTH: Company Culture is "Nice to Have" with Pamela McGee

Oct 25 2024 25 mins  
In this episode, we’re taking time to debunk the all too prevalent myth that good company culture is simply “nice to have.” Just like our guest today says, “what made you successful won’t necessarily keep you there.” Joining Beth to help break down why company culture is key to long term success, is Pamela McGee, President at the Greater Orlando Society of Human Resou