In the latest episode of the SOapbox podcast our host Mindy Prefling, and guest host Ella Cann, Team Manager at Spencer Ogden is joined by Copia’s Chief Development Officer, Ryan Galeria and Amber Rogers, Senior Manager for People & Culture.  

With many companies announcing a return to office for four or five days a week and a move away from the hybrid split, what does this look like from a company culture perspective? That is what we explore in this episode: re-creating that office culture, introducing the culture to new hires, advice for dispersed workforces and what companies can do to cultivate a deep and lasting culture.  

Discussed: 

01:18- The workforce and workplace post-COVID 

02:50- How companies can make the return to office transition smoother while keeping employees motivated 

06:40- What does ‘fun’ look like in the office? 

 07:30- The meaning of company culture in today’s environment and how to introduce it to new hires 

09:20- Advice for candidates to assess cultural fit during an interview 

12:55- How to communicate culture to candidates so that candidates feel excited and aligned with the company’s mission 

21:17- Advice to someone joining a business with a dispersed workforce  

22:50- How companies can ensure new joiners adapt to the company culture 

30:40- What companies can do to cultivate a deep and lasting culture 

34:54- Culture eats strategy for breakfast  

36:10- Activities and traditions that Ryan has seen work well to create a positive office environment 

46:06- Creating a culture that’s more than just happy hours and social events 

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