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Episode 43: Building Workplace Connections: Strategies for Shared Identity

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What does it really mean to feel a sense of belonging at work—and how do you create that without sacrificing individual identity? In this episode, Eric Stutzman, Chris Downey, and Wendy Loewen dive deep into the role of shared identity in cultivating a healthy workplace culture.

From whiteout parties in Winnipeg to personal stories about visual markers and onboarding rituals, the team explores how people thrive when they feel like they’re part of something bigger—without losing what makes them unique.

You’ll learn:
– Why belonging is essential for well-being and workplace performance
– How to use stories, symbols, and shared purpose to foster connection
– The importance of onboarding, accountability, and visual identity
– What remote and hybrid teams can do to intentionally create belonging
– How moments of challenge or success can build stronger teams

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