Dr. Katie Eastman

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Signs that your organization lacks compassion

Effective organizations harmonize their culture with values, objectives, and missions, while those overlooking cultures tend to lag.

An extensive Global Human Capital Trends study revealed that 82% of CEOs and HR leaders recognize culture as a strategic edge, realizing its profound influence on behavior, innovation, and customer service. Identifying the necessity for cultural change can be challenging, requiring astute leadership due to the subtle nature of these signs. The results of the full study can be found here


Here are 5 crucial signs to assess your organization's culture through comparison.

  1. Low Employee Engagement

    Engaged teams boost productivity and nurture a strong culture. Consistent disengagement indicates the need for environmental reassessment.

  2. Resistance to Progress

    Thriving organizations embrace change. If employees resist progress and positive change, it's time to initiate a cultural transformation.

  3. High Employee Turnover

    Retaining top talent becomes challenging. High-quality employees seek supportive cultures. Difficulty retaining them signals the need for change.

  4. Excessive Focus on the Past

    A company should prioritize the present and future. Overemphasizing the past obstructs progress toward a robust future.

  5. Neglected Leadership Values

    Culture is molded by executive values. Neglected principles may leave employees feeling adrift.


Every leader closely monitors changes in their organization. If they turn unfavorable, it's worth considering how to improve employee conditions and rekindle team spirit.

The most effective and intelligent approach is through compassion. This transformative force can reshape your organization from within, leading to new external achievements. I can guide you on this journey. If you recognize similarities with your company in these aspects, don't hesitate to seek specialist assistance.