Episode 85: Culture is the Strategy: How Values Show Up at Work
Thu Jan 15 2026
Company culture is often talked about, but rarely defined, measured, or intentionally shaped. In this episode of STM's People Solutions podcast, Sue talked with Dean Mathews, Founder and CEO of OnTheClock, about what company culture really is, how it shows up in day-to-day behaviors, and why leaders - not policies or perks - are the most powerful drivers of culture.
Why culture forms whether you manage it or notHow leadership behavior shapes trust, engagement, and accountabilityThe connection between culture, performance, and retentionPractical ways leaders can influence culture starting todayCulture isn't an HR initiative; it's a leadership responsibility and one of the strongest predictors of long-term success.If you're ready to take a more intentional approach to culture, leadership, and the employee experience, explore our tools and resources at Resources - Strategic Talent Management or reach out to schedule a complimentary consultation.
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Company culture is often talked about, but rarely defined, measured, or intentionally shaped. In this episode of STM's People Solutions podcast, Sue talked with Dean Mathews, Founder and CEO of OnTheClock, about what company culture really is, how it shows up in day-to-day behaviors, and why leaders - not policies or perks - are the most powerful drivers of culture. Why culture forms whether you manage it or notHow leadership behavior shapes trust, engagement, and accountabilityThe connection between culture, performance, and retentionPractical ways leaders can influence culture starting todayCulture isn't an HR initiative; it's a leadership responsibility and one of the strongest predictors of long-term success.If you're ready to take a more intentional approach to culture, leadership, and the employee experience, explore our tools and resources at Resources - Strategic Talent Management or reach out to schedule a complimentary consultation.