Session #801: Why Distinguishing Culture from Climate is Critical to a Thriving Workplace
Using powerful and relatable analogies, this workshop will clearly distinguish organizational culture from climate and how aligning both is critical for creating conditions for both organizational and employee well-being to thrive. She will then provide a blueprint any organization can follow to create a thriving culture where employees are freed, fueled and inspired to bring their best selves to work each day. This workshop will help you:
· Define organizational culture and distinguish culture from climate.
· Identify metrics to measure organizational well-being.
· Recommend next steps to move the needle in your organization toward a thriving workplace culture.
Rosie Ward

Rosie is an accomplished speaker, writer and consultant. She has spent more than 20 years in worksite health promotion and organizational development. In addition to her bachelor’s degrees in Kinesiology and Public Health, and a doctorate in Organization and Management, Rosie is also a Certified Intrinsic Coach® Mentor, Certified Judgment Index Consultant, a Certified Valuations Specialist, and a Board Certified Coach. Rosie uses this unique combination to work with executive and leadership teams to create comprehensive development strategies centered on shifting thinking patterns. She is a contributing author to the book, “Organization Development in Healthcare — High Impact Practices for a Complex and Changing Environment.” She leverages these principles to help organizations develop and implement strategies to create a thriving workplace culture that values and supports wellbeing and the unique, intrinsic needs of employees.
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