Hybrid Culture.

Inside This Issue:

June has arrived faster than your colleague's "quick question" that turns into a 45-minute deep dive, and we're starting the month with some fascinating workplace developments. While most organizations are still navigating what hybrid work really means beyond flexible schedules, tmc3 just achieved a remarkable 97% rating and became the UK's best small tech company to work for. Meanwhile, AI is making its presence known in HR departments everywhere, promising to transform everything from performance reviews to predicting employee turnover.

Today we're diving into the essentials: how to genuinely build culture when your team is distributed across locations, why AI might be HR's most valuable new partner, and how a cybersecurity firm in Leeds mastered the employee happiness formula. Plus, we've got mental health solutions expanding globally, strategic HR leaders earning well-deserved recognition, and a look back at reward management fundamentals that remain as relevant as ever.

Grab your coffee, settle in, and let's explore what's really happening in the world of employee experience. It's more complex and compelling than your typical corporate update.

Featured Insights:

Beyond the Office: Crafting Culture and Connection in Hybrid Work Models

Let's be honest: hybrid work isn't going anywhere. What started as pandemic necessity has evolved into the new normal, but here's the plot twist: giving people flexibility is the easy part. The real challenge? Building genuine culture and connection when your team is scattered across different locations. Our deep dive explores how forward-thinking organizations are cracking this code, from reimagining physical spaces to leveraging technology as a bridge rather than a barrier.

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The Human-AI Partnership: Navigating AI’s Impact on Employee Experience

AI has officially moved from boardroom buzzword to everyday workplace reality, and HR is right in the crosshairs of this transformation. But here's what's interesting: the organizations getting this right aren't treating AI as a replacement for human judgment, but as a powerful amplifier of it. From personalized learning paths to predictive retention insights, AI is reshaping how we think about employee experience. Our exploration dives into how savvy HR leaders are navigating this new landscape, balancing the promise of AI-driven efficiency with the ethical imperatives that keep humans at the center of the equation.

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The EXM Lowdown

Got a story worth telling? Our "People" section spotlights HR and employee experience leaders who are doing something genuinely interesting in their organizations. Whether you've cracked a tough culture challenge, pioneered an innovative approach, or learned something valuable from a spectacular failure, we want to hear from you. Simply reply to this email, and we'll set up a conversation. Sometimes the best insights come from the trenches, not the textbooks.

Fresh off the Press

Stay current with key headlines and announcements from across the industry.

• Calm Health's Global Leap: Bridging Mental Health Gaps Across the UK, Canada, and Beyond

• The 97% Difference: What Makes tmc3 a 'Best Place to Work' in UK Tech

• Strategic HR in Action: WireMasters' CHRO Honoured for Global Impact

From Our Vault

Ever wonder what truly makes employees feel valued beyond their paycheck? Digging into the fundamentals of how we reward our people is always a smart move. That's why we're bringing back a timeless article from our vault that explores the characteristics of effective reward management. It's a great refresher on making sure your compensation and recognition strategies genuinely hit the mark.

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The Extra Point

Quick thought for the week: If your company culture were a plant, what soil is it currently growing in? Is it rich with recognition and psychological safety, or is it a bit… dry? Take a moment to consider what you can do to nourish it this week.