Culture Council

In today’s fast-paced and competitive work environment, retaining employees has become increasingly challenging. One growing phenomenon that has added to this challenge is the concept of “quiet quitting” — employees who have disengaged from their work but are still physically present in the workplace. Companies often struggle to identify and …

“Intentional living” is an overwhelmingly popular buzzword these days, percolating into people’s thoughts from conversations around the world to create several meaningful shifts in behavior. Intentional living isn’t a new concept. However, this type of lifestyle and thinking is becoming more popular with each passing day. In today’s world, it …

How do you instill trailblazing change in a centuries-old institution? Start at the top. Harvard University is entering 2023 on a spectacular high note. In December 2022, the university announced that its 30th President will be Claudine Gay, the first Black person to hold the position and only the second …

In recent years, many companies have made public commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. They’ve taken stock of their workforce, revamped their recruiting and hiring practices and worked to ensure their employees represent a wide range of backgrounds and life experiences. While making diverse hires is …

In the past, discussions about sustainability in the drinks industry have mostly focused on the growing process. However, in recent years, there has been an increasing focus on the other end of the production process, specifically packaging. With the rising cost of transportation and fuel, finding more sustainable ways to …

In our polarized political climate, there are few topics with which people find themselves aligned. A recent surprising development has been the desire to regulate particular business sectors and practices. It seems this shift away from free markets and globalism has allowed an emboldened Federal Trade Commission (FTC), and to …

The year 2023 is the one — the year you take command of your life and live the life you want to live. The question is how do you live the life you’ve dreamed of, positively impacting the world, and leaving a legacy for the future? Every life is made …

Leading a business often requires taking risks, but not all risks are created equal. Taking a calculated risk can lead to significant rewards, but blindly taking a risk without considering the consequences can lead your business down the wrong path. Asking the right questions can help you determine whether a …

To put it simply, “lit” can mean cool, impressive, popular, in-trend and more. Being lit by a gaslighter — now that means so much more. Gaslighting is pure manipulation and always comes from selfish reasons. The actual term comes from the 1938 British playwright Patrick Hamilton’s work “Gas Light.” You …

The cannabis industry moves quickly and seems to change daily. Yet, if we follow the trends, a few forecasts become clear. The following predictions are based on my experience working directly with operators worldwide, giving me an informed perspective on where this industry may be headed. Of course, we must …