Work Reimagined
Work Reimagined
Podcast Description
Welcome to Work Reimagined - the podcast where we explore the future of work, exploring the big questions about how work really works.
Each episode, we welcome a guest reimagining the world of work to explore ways to make it better for everyone. Whether you’re a leader driving change or an employee seeking more fulfilment, Work Reimagined aims to inspire fresh thinking and practical ideas to improve work for all.
It’s time to reimagine the way we work, for better work and better people.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast covers a variety of themes related to improving workplace culture, such as women's leadership authenticity, job crafting, female health in the workplace, proactivity, and change management strategies. For instance, episodes delve into the challenges faced by women in leadership with insights from experts like Laura Howard, and practical approaches to job crafting to enhance job satisfaction featuring Rachel Setti.

Welcome to Work Reimagined – the podcast where we explore the big questions about how work really works.
Each episode, we welcome a guest reimagining the world of work to explore ways to make the experience of work better for everyone. Whether you’re a leader driving change or an employee seeking more fulfilment, Work Reimagined aims to inspire fresh thinking and practical ideas to improve work for all.
It’s time to reimagine the way we work, for better work and better people.
In this episode of Work Reimagined, host Lee Ward engages with Dr. Jeanne Hardacre to explore the complexities of workplace culture, particularly focusing on the concept of the 'culture trap.'
They discuss how well-intentioned individuals can inadvertently contribute to toxic work environments and the emotional dynamics at play. Dr. Hardacre introduces her H-U-M-A-N framework as a practical approach to transforming workplace relationships and fostering a culture of trust and collaboration.
The conversation emphasizes the importance of honest communication and the need for individuals to take responsibility for their contributions to workplace dynamics.
Takeaways
- Workplace culture significantly impacts employee well-being and productivity.
- The 'culture trap' refers to conditioned beliefs that hinder collaboration.
- Self-protective behaviours can disrupt team dynamics and trust.
- Honesty at work is essential for developing a positive culture.
- Disrupting the status quo is necessary for meaningful change.
- The H-U-M-A-N framework offers a practical approach to improving workplace culture.
- Emotional intelligence plays a crucial role in workplace interactions.
- Leaders must facilitate open conversations to build trust.
- Small changes in behaviour can lead to significant cultural shifts.
- Every individual has the potential to positively influence workplace culture.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Culture Trap
04:12 Understanding the Culture Trap
12:24 Escaping the Culture Trap
17:29 The H-U-M-A-N Framework
24:32 Real-World Applications and Outcome
Links to explore this topic more:
- Dr Jeanne Hardacre About Us – BeTheCultureChange™
- Be The Culture Change website BeTheCultureChange™

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