Cultural Curiosity: Discovering the Hidden Cultures That Shape Every Workplace

Expand your definition of culture beyond the expected and discover how generational perspectives, work styles, communication preferences, and life experiences create rich cultural layers in every interaction—turning curiosity into your superpower for building truly inclusive environments.

What if culture isn’t just about where someone was born, but encompasses the invisible forces that shape how each person shows up to work every day? In this eye-opening session, you’ll explore the fascinating world of hidden cultures that surround you—from generational communication styles and neurodiversity to remote work cultures, introversion/extroversion dynamics, and the countless life experiences that influence how your colleagues process information and build relationships. You’ll learn how cultural curiosity becomes your most powerful inclusion tool, helping you recognize and celebrate the rich diversity of perspectives, problem-solving approaches, and strengths that exist within every team. This isn’t about walking on eggshells—it’s about developing genuine curiosity that transforms workplace relationships and unlocks the full potential of every person you work with.

Learning Outcomes:

• Identify the multiple layers of culture that influence workplace behavior, communication, and collaboration styles
• Develop curiosity-driven questions and approaches that help you understand diverse perspectives and experiences
• Practice inclusive leadership techniques that honor different cultural approaches to work, time, and relationship-building
• Create environments where hidden cultures feel seen, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique strengths