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  • Ethics Culture Divide, Part 3 - Building and Sustaining an Ethical Culture in Organizations

    Ethics Culture Divide, Part 3 - Building and Sustaining an Ethical Culture in Organizations
    2025/10/23
    In this third episode of a 3-part podcast series, Tom Fox and Sam Silverstein discuss the critical divide in companies around Ethics and Culture. This series is based on data from a national survey of over 1,000 people that highlights the divide between high- and low-performing companies in ethics. Today, the focus shifts to fostering an ethical culture within organizations. The discussion begins with survey findings showing that, even in good cultures, 39% of respondents feel ethics often take a back seat. The conversation elaborates on what a truly ethical culture entails, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing people over numbers. Leaders are encouraged to set clear examples, admit mistakes, and be transparent. Practical steps to align culture and ethics include establishing and living core values throughout the organization. The guests also highlight the significance of a ‘Speak Up’ culture, where employees feel safe to voice their concerns and share ideas. The session concludes with an introduction to the culture audit, a tool for measuring and enhancing organizational culture and ethics. Key highlights: Building an Ethical Culture The Importance of Values in Leadership Living Your Values: Real-World Examples Aligning Personal and Organizational Values Fostering a Speak-Up Culture The Role of Culture Audits Resources: Sam Silverstein Sam Silverstein on LinkedIn Sam Silverstein The Culture Audit™
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    23 分
  • Ethics Culture Divide, Part 2 - Enhancing Corporate Culture: The Vital Role of Ethics in Talent Retention and Acquisition

    Ethics Culture Divide, Part 2 - Enhancing Corporate Culture: The Vital Role of Ethics in Talent Retention and Acquisition
    2025/10/16
    In this second episode in a 3-part series of podcasts, Tom Fox and Sam Silverstein discuss the critical divide in companies around Ethics and Culture. This series is based on data from a national survey of over a thousand people, highlighting the divide between high and low-performing companies in terms of ethics. Sam and Tom discuss the critical importance of ethics in both talent acquisition and retention, emphasizing how these elements will serve as key differentiators for companies in the future. We explore why over a third of respondents believe ethics doesn't help career advancement and how organizations can alter this perception by redesigning advancement criteria to include cultural and ethical values. The conversation highlights how ethical behavior begins in the hiring process and is reinforced through continuous feedback, not just annual reviews. We delve into real-world examples of ethical vs. unethical decisions impacting trust between employees, customers, and vendors, stressing the long-term catastrophic risks of ignoring ethical practices. The episode underscores that fostering an ethical culture is a top-down choice that needs to be modeled consistently at all levels to build trust and ensure long-term success. Key highlights: The Importance of Ethics in Talent Acquisition and Retention Redesigning Advancement Criteria to Include Ethics Impact of Ethics on Customer Trust Ethical Shortcuts and Their Consequences The Role of Ethics in Vendor Relationships Resources: Sam Silverstein Sam Silverstein on LinkedIn Sam Silverstein The Culture Audit™
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    21 分
  • Ethics Culture Divide, Part 1 - The Critical Connection Between Culture and Ethics in Organizations

    Ethics Culture Divide, Part 1 - The Critical Connection Between Culture and Ethics in Organizations
    2025/10/09
    In this first episode in a 3-part series of podcasts, Tom Fox and Sam Silverstein discuss the critical divide in companies around Ethics and Culture. This 3-part series is based on data from a national survey of over a thousand people, highlighting the divide between high and low-performing companies in terms of ethics. Key topics in this episode include the relationship between accountability and responsibility, the leader’s role in setting an ethical tone, and the importance of regularly assessing organizational culture. The discussion also emphasizes the need for leaders to focus on people over processes and the long-term benefits of ethical decision-making. Key highlights: Survey Insights on Ethics and Culture Defining the Culture-Ethics Connection Accountability vs Responsibility Leadership’s Role in Ethical Culture Pressure to Compromise Values Unintentional Signals in Leadership Resources: Sam Silverstein Sam Silverstein on LinkedIn Sam Silverstein The Culture Audit™
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    23 分
  • Building Accountability for Crisis Management

    Building Accountability for Crisis Management
    2025/09/04
    In this episode, the third part of a 3-part series of podcasts, Tom Fox and Sam Silverstein discuss how to build Accountability for Crisis Management. In this concluding Part 3, Tom and Sam discuss the importance of fostering a culture of accountability, particularly in times of disaster. Drawing on personal experiences of natural disasters, they explore the differences between proactive and reactive approaches to crisis management. Key takeaways include the necessity of auditing organizational crisis readiness, continuous leadership training, and integrating accountability into day-to-day operations. The episode underscores the significance of accountability in promoting trust, resilience, and effective communication within organizations. Practical steps for empowering employees and handling difficult conversations during crises are also covered. Key highlights: Proactive vs. Reactive Accountability Steps to Implement Accountability in Crisis Management The Importance of Culture Audits Handling Difficult Conversations with Empathy Empowering Employees Through Accountability Resources: Sam Silverstein Sam Silverstein on LinkedIn Sam Silverstein The Culture Audit™
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    24 分
  • Strategies for Crisis Preparedness and Response

    Strategies for Crisis Preparedness and Response
    2025/08/28
    In this next episode in a 3-part series of podcasts, Tom Fox and Sam Silverstein discuss the critical role of accountability in navigating and mitigating business disasters. Tom and Sam engage in a detailed discussion on the importance of accountability in managing business disasters. The conversation explores the importance of pre-crisis preparedness, effective crisis response, and fostering relationships built on trust and accountability. They emphasize practical steps for businesses to mitigate risks, maintain transparency, and support employees during tough times. They emphasize the crucial importance of accurate risk assessment, ethical decision-making, and fostering robust relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. Key highlights: Pre-Crisis Preparedness: Practical Steps Crisis Response: Accountability in Action Stabilization Phase: The Importance of Truth Accountability with External Stakeholders Recovery and Rebuild: Lessons Learned Resources: Sam Silverstein Sam Silverstein on LinkedIn Sam Silverstein The Culture Audit™
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    20 分
  • Building a Culture of Accountability in the Face of Disasters

    Building a Culture of Accountability in the Face of Disasters
    2025/08/21
    In this next series of podcasts, Tom Fox and Sam Silverstein discuss the critical role of accountability in navigating and mitigating business disasters. Triggered by the impactful floods near Kerrville, Texas, they explore how strategic frameworks of accountability can be applied during different phases of a crisis—from pre-crisis preparedness through crisis response, stabilization, and recovery. Emphasizing that accountability extends beyond tactical commitments to relational ones, they explore how robust human connections and a culture of accountability can empower businesses and communities to withstand and prosper in the face of disruptions like natural disasters, economic downturns, and geopolitical turmoil. Key highlights: The Role of Accountability in Business Disasters Phases of Crisis Management Pre-Crisis Preparedness Crisis Response and Acting Decisively Stabilization and Restoring Operations Recovery, Growth, and Learning from Crises Resources: Sam Silverstein Sam Silverstein on LinkedIn Sam Silverstein The Culture Audit™
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    22 分
  • Navigating Business Volatility Through Corporate Culture

    Navigating Business Volatility Through Corporate Culture
    2025/06/13
    It is always interesting with the regulators catch up to the business world. That is what has happened around corporate culture. The Department of Justice is now assessing corporate culture for any company under investigation. Yet more than simply complying with this mandate, companies should strive to foster the best culture than can achieve. The reason is deceptively simple-the better the culture the better the company. But many business executives and even compliance professionals do not know how to craft a culture which allows your employees and thereby your organization implement such strategies. How can you unlock the power of a thriving workplace culture? In this episode, host Tom Fox visits Sam Silverstein and Tara Stone to explore the impact of corporate culture on an organization's ability to navigate volatile business environments, specifically using the recent tariff fluctuations as a backdrop. The conversation delves into how preemptively fostering a strong corporate culture can help companies withstand and even thrive during periods of significant change. Key emphasis is placed on the importance of trust, communication, accountability, and maintaining core values. Both Sam and Tara share insights on how leaders can prepare their organizations during stable times to better handle future challenges, drawing from their experiences and frameworks for building high-performance workplace cultures. Key Highlights · Understanding Volatility in Corporate Culture · The Role of Trust in Navigating Volatility · Embracing Change and Overcoming Fear · Accountability and Leadership in Turbulent Times · Building Trust and Core Values Resources Sam Silverstein Sam Silverstein on LinkedIn Sam Silverstein The Culture Audit™ Tara Stone Tara Stone on LinkedIn
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    23 分
  • Exploring Accountability and Culture in Corporate Leadership

    Exploring Accountability and Culture in Corporate Leadership
    2025/03/21
    It is always interesting when the regulators catch up to the business world. That is what has happened around corporate culture. The Department of Justice is now assessing corporate culture for any company under investigation. Yet, more than simply complying with this mandate, companies should strive to foster the best culture that they can achieve. The reason is deceptively simple—the better the culture, the better the company. However, many business executives and even compliance professionals do not know how to craft a culture that allows your employees and your organization to implement such strategies. How can you unlock the power of a thriving workplace culture? In this episode, Tom welcomes Sam Silverstein and introduces Tara Stone, the Director of Client Success at Sam Silverstein, Inc. Tara shares her entrepreneurial journey, from selling golf balls as a child to running multiple businesses, before transitioning into her current role. She discusses the critical importance of listening, asking powerful questions, and continuous self-development in achieving professional and personal growth. Sam highlights the vital role of workplace culture in organizational success and elaborates on the Fractional Chief Culture Officer program aimed at helping businesses build high-performing, sustainable cultures. Tara also emphasizes the value of investing in oneself and the impact of personal development on all aspects of life. The episode provides invaluable insights for corporate compliance officers and other leaders looking to foster accountability and strong relationships within their organizations. Key insights: Tara’s Professional Journey Understanding the Accountability Institute The Importance of Culture in Organizations Investing in Personal Growth Leadership and Development Resources: Tara Stone on LinkedIn Sam Silverstein Sam Silverstein on LinkedIn Sam Silverstein The Culture Audit™ Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    32 分