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Culture Crafters

Culture Crafters

By: Thomas Fox
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 Don't settle for a mediocre workplace culture. Elevate your organization's performance, morale, and compliance standards by shaping and innovating your corporate culture. Uncover the pulse of your workplace culture, gain actionable insights, and drive transformative change. In this exciting and timely podcast series, Sam Silverstein, the most trusted voice in America on accountability, and Tara Stone, Director of Client Success at Sam Silverstein, Inc., look at how companies can elevate their culture to new heights. Economics
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  • Ethics Culture Divide, Part 3 - Building and Sustaining an Ethical Culture in Organizations

    Ethics Culture Divide, Part 3 - Building and Sustaining an Ethical Culture in Organizations
    Oct 23 2025
    In this third episode of a 3-part podcast series, Tom Fox and Sam Silverstein discuss the critical divide in companies around Ethics and Culture. This series is based on data from a national survey of over 1,000 people that highlights the divide between high- and low-performing companies in ethics. Today, the focus shifts to fostering an ethical culture within organizations. The discussion begins with survey findings showing that, even in good cultures, 39% of respondents feel ethics often take a back seat. The conversation elaborates on what a truly ethical culture entails, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing people over numbers. Leaders are encouraged to set clear examples, admit mistakes, and be transparent. Practical steps to align culture and ethics include establishing and living core values throughout the organization. The guests also highlight the significance of a ‘Speak Up’ culture, where employees feel safe to voice their concerns and share ideas. The session concludes with an introduction to the culture audit, a tool for measuring and enhancing organizational culture and ethics. Key highlights: Building an Ethical Culture The Importance of Values in Leadership Living Your Values: Real-World Examples Aligning Personal and Organizational Values Fostering a Speak-Up Culture The Role of Culture Audits Resources: Sam Silverstein Sam Silverstein on LinkedIn Sam Silverstein The Culture Audit™
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    23 mins
  • Ethics Culture Divide, Part 2 - Enhancing Corporate Culture: The Vital Role of Ethics in Talent Retention and Acquisition

    Ethics Culture Divide, Part 2 - Enhancing Corporate Culture: The Vital Role of Ethics in Talent Retention and Acquisition
    Oct 16 2025
    In this second episode in a 3-part series of podcasts, Tom Fox and Sam Silverstein discuss the critical divide in companies around Ethics and Culture. This series is based on data from a national survey of over a thousand people, highlighting the divide between high and low-performing companies in terms of ethics. Sam and Tom discuss the critical importance of ethics in both talent acquisition and retention, emphasizing how these elements will serve as key differentiators for companies in the future. We explore why over a third of respondents believe ethics doesn't help career advancement and how organizations can alter this perception by redesigning advancement criteria to include cultural and ethical values. The conversation highlights how ethical behavior begins in the hiring process and is reinforced through continuous feedback, not just annual reviews. We delve into real-world examples of ethical vs. unethical decisions impacting trust between employees, customers, and vendors, stressing the long-term catastrophic risks of ignoring ethical practices. The episode underscores that fostering an ethical culture is a top-down choice that needs to be modeled consistently at all levels to build trust and ensure long-term success. Key highlights: The Importance of Ethics in Talent Acquisition and Retention Redesigning Advancement Criteria to Include Ethics Impact of Ethics on Customer Trust Ethical Shortcuts and Their Consequences The Role of Ethics in Vendor Relationships Resources: Sam Silverstein Sam Silverstein on LinkedIn Sam Silverstein The Culture Audit™
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    21 mins
  • Ethics Culture Divide, Part 1 - The Critical Connection Between Culture and Ethics in Organizations

    Ethics Culture Divide, Part 1 - The Critical Connection Between Culture and Ethics in Organizations
    Oct 9 2025
    In this first episode in a 3-part series of podcasts, Tom Fox and Sam Silverstein discuss the critical divide in companies around Ethics and Culture. This 3-part series is based on data from a national survey of over a thousand people, highlighting the divide between high and low-performing companies in terms of ethics. Key topics in this episode include the relationship between accountability and responsibility, the leader’s role in setting an ethical tone, and the importance of regularly assessing organizational culture. The discussion also emphasizes the need for leaders to focus on people over processes and the long-term benefits of ethical decision-making. Key highlights: Survey Insights on Ethics and Culture Defining the Culture-Ethics Connection Accountability vs Responsibility Leadership’s Role in Ethical Culture Pressure to Compromise Values Unintentional Signals in Leadership Resources: Sam Silverstein Sam Silverstein on LinkedIn Sam Silverstein The Culture Audit™
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    23 mins
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