Collaborative-Culture

Show description RTO isn’t a culture strategy. It’s a seating chart. In this episode, Monica M. Smith (Tradewinds Career Consulting) and Dr. Kristine Gentry (Culture Grove) unpack why so many “back to the office for culture” mandates fall flat and what actually builds connection, trust, and performance. We explore the post-pandemic “great realignment,” the comfort vs. culture trap, and how leaders...

AI doesn’t have to be a layoff story. it can be a growth story. In this episode of  Collaborative Culture , hosts  Dr. Kristine McKenzie Gentry  and  Monica M. Smith  explore what it means to lead AI adoption with your culture front and center. They discuss how leaders can turn the AI revolution into a moment for innovation, inclusion, and trust — not fear. You’ll learn ho...

In this episode, Dr. Kristine Gentry (Culture Grove) and co-host Monica M. Smith (Tradewinds Career Consulting) unpack the surge in layoffs tied to AI ambitions and what “managing to a spreadsheet” misses about people, risk, and long-term performance. We discuss the ripple effects of rapid RIFs on engagement, institutional knowledge, and resilience; the CEO messaging that’s eroding loyalty; and wh...

In this episode of Collaborative Culture , Kristine interviews Monica as they dive deep into the realities of global workplace dynamics—from culture disconnects across continents to the hidden biases baked into our definitions of professionalism. They explore what happens when DEI is fully embedded into a company’s operating system versus treated as a surface-level add-on. Monica shares her signat...

Description: What does it really take to build a thriving workplace culture? In this episode, Monica interviews Dr. Kristine Gentry as Kristine pulls back the curtain on her process, from uncovering hidden culture gaps to aligning leadership and embedding values into daily behaviors. Learn how strong cultures not only help people thrive, but also drive measurable business performance. Show Notes:...

In this episode of  Collaborative Culture , Monica and Kristine dive into the critical difference between teamwork and collaboration, and why culture is the secret ingredient that so many organizations miss when building high-performing teams. While teamwork is essential for structure, roles, and meeting goals, it’s collaboration that fuels creativity, innovation, and resilience. But how do t...

In this episode of  Collaborative Culture , Monica and Kristine pull back the curtain on what collaboration  really  means in the modern workplace. Far from a buzzword, true collaboration is a dynamic behavior—not just a team activity or a calendar full of meetings. Together, they unpack: The key differences between collaboration and teamwork Cultural and structural barriers that st...

Is culture just a “vibe”? A breakroom ping pong table? A motivational poster with core values no one remembers? The short answer - No. In this episode of  Collaborative Culture , we go deeper. Join hosts Dr. Kristine Gentry and Monica Smith as they unpack what culture  really  is — through the lens of anthropology, leadership, and lived experience. From failed meditation mandates to...

🎙️  Episode 1: Meet Your Hosts — A New Conversation on Culture Begins Welcome to the very first episode of  Collaborative Culture ! In this kickoff conversation, you'll meet your co-hosts: Dr. Kristine Gentry , a cultural anthropologist and founder of Culture Grove Monica Smith , a globally-minded leadership coach and founder of Tradewinds Career Consulting Together, they’re on a mission...