Welcome back to All About HR! In this episode, host Laura Hundley sits down with Ed Brzychcy, a versatile expert with a career spanning the military, academia, and entrepreneurship. Ed shares his wealth of experience in consulting organizations on building effective teams, executing new strategies, and fostering innovative mindsets. Ed delves into the intricacies of organizational culture, defining it as the unspoken norms and behaviors that unify a team. He discusses the importance of intentional culture-building led by top-down leadership and the challenges organizations face in maintaining a cohesive culture, especially in mature organizations. The conversation also touches on the impact of hybrid work models on organizational culture and the emerging digital divide. Ed shares best practices for integrating remote employees and emphasizes the importance of gratitude and active engagement in team-building. Join us for an insightful discussion on how to create a thriving organizational culture that enhances the employee experience and drives long-term success. Don't miss Ed's valuable tips and inspiring stories from his consulting and teaching journey. Stay tuned for more engaging conversations and expert insights on All About HR! Where to find Ed: Website - leadfromthefront.net Linkedin: Ed Brzychcy Our Sponsor: People Element  Understand, engage, inspire, and retain your people like never before.  People Element's employee experience and engagement solution delivers powerful intelligence, giving you the confidence to act.