Workplace Culture
Far more than just office perks or stated company values, culture manifests in daily interactions, leadership styles, communication patterns, decision-making processes, and how organizations handle both success and failure.
The impact of workplace culture on organizational success cannot be overstated. Nurturing and people-focused cultures typically lead to higher employee engagement, reduced turnover, increased innovation, and better business outcomes. They create environments where employees feel psychologically safe to share ideas, take calculated risks, and raise concerns without fear of retribution. Conversely, toxic cultures characterized by poor communication, lack of trust, or misaligned incentives can undermine even the most well-planned business strategies, leading to decreased productivity, increased turnover, and damage to the organization's reputation.
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ARTICLE: The Five Deteminants of Company Culture
Adapting to a new workplace means more than learning tasks—it requires navigating culture. Five dimensions matter most: relationships, communication, decision-making, and perspectives on individual versus group contributions. Companies differ in how much in-person time is valued, whether communication is formal or spontaneous, and how hierarchical rules shape access to senior leaders. This article gives you a quick look at aspects of culture you must understand when first joining a new team.
VIDEO: Leading Groups on Twennie; Choosing the Right Learning Units
Twennie offers a full learning library that includes articles, videos, interviews, prompt sets, exercises, and templates — all are designed to create real change, in as little as 20 minutes at a time. But no team needs every unit. And no team should be expected to use everything on Twennie. The key is choosing well, based on your team’s capacity, momentum, and appetite for growth. Watch this video for tips on how to choose units strategically and make advantageous use of the adaptability built into every unit.
VIDEO: The Power of Play in the Workplace - Introduction
Studies and interviews confirm that play is not just for children—it is vital for adults too. Michele Rochon-Wood’s own interviews with professionals revealed a common progression of play: stress relief, restoration, creativity, engagement, and renewed confidence. Play preferences develop in childhood and shape career choices, preparing us for adult challenges. This video introduces Twennie’s strategies for weaving play into the workplace, where it can create healthier, more productive, and more creative teams.