Cultures from Hell - a podcast that focuses on avoidable mistakes many companies make when it comes to culture. Hosts are Lars and Paulina, both survivors of hellish cultures and passionate about culture and leadership. It is an interactive format, where we discuss live cases anonymously and give tips and tricks both for companies and individuals experiencing these situations.
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Cultures from Hell - a podcast that focuses on avoidable mistakes many companies make when it comes to culture. Hosts are Lars and Paulina, both survivors of hellish cultures and passionate about culture and leadership. It is an interactive format, where we discuss live cases anonymously and give tips and tricks both for companies and individuals experiencing these situations.
In this episode, Lars and Paulina delve into the significance of apologies in workplace culture, exploring the consequences of their absence and how accountability can be fostered. They discuss various archetypes of apologies, the importance of rebuilding trust, and practical strategies for conflict resolution. The conversation emphasizes that while apologies are crucial, actions often speak louder than words in repairing relationships and fostering a healthy work environment.
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Takeaways
✔ Apology equals accountability, a crucial aspect of workplace culture.
✔ Without apologies, psychological safety and performance credibility suffer.
✔ Non-apologies often manifest as phrases that avoid ownership.
✔ Teams can rebuild trust through actions, not just words.
✔ Institutional repair involves creating systems for accountability.
✔ Different apology archetypes reveal various responses to conflict.
✔ Visible amends can be a path to accountability without verbal remorse.
✔ Constructive conflict can lead to better team results.
✔ Monthly trust reviews can help maintain emotional sync within teams.
✔ Reaching out for repair can often be met with relief from others.
Chapters
00:00 Exploring Berlin's Vibrant Culture
02:58 The Importance of Apologies in Workplace Culture
05:53 Consequences of Missing Accountability
09:00 Understanding Non-Apologies and Their Impact
11:52 Rebuilding Trust Without Apologies
15:13 Institutional vs. Personal Repair
17:51 Apology Archetypes in the Workplace
20:51 Pathways to Accountability
23:51 Practical Practices for Conflict Resolution
27:00 The Power of Reaching...
Cultures From Hell
Cultures from Hell - a podcast that focuses on avoidable mistakes many companies make when it comes to culture. Hosts are Lars and Paulina, both survivors of hellish cultures and passionate about culture and leadership. It is an interactive format, where we discuss live cases anonymously and give tips and tricks both for companies and individuals experiencing these situations.