If the importance of diversity in the workplace is in any doubt, consider that, by 2055, the USA will no longer have a single racial or ethnic majority. This is according to a study by the PEW Research Center on demographic trends shaping the world. This indicates that organizations ahead of the curve on diversity and inclusion issues will have a competitive advantage going into the future.

Our workplaces and spaces have changed in the years following the pandemic, with workers more distributed than ever. In 2020 and 2021, the focus was on “getting back to normal,” followed by a push to overcome and adapt to a new normal. This transition will stay with us for years as organizations strive to create a cohesive and inclusive workplace.

Since the dawn of man, connection, community, and communication have been essential for our survival and development as a species. Many things have changed over the last thousands of years, but the importance of connection has remained the same.

The workplace has evolved. However, the core objectives of leadership are still the same. Their job is to connect, engage, and inspire employees to be their best. And the importance of employee experience should be a primary focus.

The concepts of employee experience (EX) and employee engagement (EE) are closely related. They have a mutually beneficial relationship when framed appropriately.

Improving employee experience sounds simple, and we make it feel like an intuitive process, but most companies struggle to create a workplace where everyone can flourish. And in today’s society, more and more workers are looking for a company that values and places EX first.

Influencers can boost a brand or idea across any sector using social media. Sometimes influencers are celebrities, sometimes simply ‘the person in the street’ or anyone in between. Some are generalists, some are niche, but all have established credibility around a particular concept, providing an opportunity for brand exposure.

Or, let’s talk football. It’s Friday, and you’ve closed that deal you’ve all worked so hard on—just the paperwork left to sign. You’re one stride from the end zone. After significant, collaborative effort, everyone feels rewarded and proud. Everyone hits the ground running on Monday, and company morale is high after this success.

Companies are increasingly prioritizing customer experience (CX). It makes sense, as customer experience directly impacts a company’s bottom line. What is it and how can you improve yours? Let’s find out.

What does it take for your employees to thrive working remotely? While many organizations are now working remotely, is anyone really doing it well? We talked with remote work expert Chase Warrington about what it takes to cultivate a thriving remote work environment—and a few pointers on what not to do in our latest Cohesion Podcast on Improving the remote work experience.