CULTURE CHANGE IN THE MODERN WORKPLACE
JULY EDITION 2025
From OKRs to AI and workplace loneliness, today’s organizations are navigating a major culture change. This newsletter brings you insights & stories from the front lines of that shift.
SPOTLIGHT FROM MUSTARDSEED

Is AI a Real Threat to Human Talent?
Anil Thomas shares a deeply personal and thought-provoking story from his childhood days to today’s fast-evolving world shaped by AI. Through a simple yet powerful narrative, he draws surprising parallels between the evolution of photography and the disruption AI is bringing to our lives and careers. But here’s the twist: the real threat isn’t AI itself. This post challenges conventional fears about automation and offers a compelling perspective that could shift how you view your own growth, adaptability, and future relevance. A must-read for anyone navigating change in the modern world.

Busting the Myths about Experiential Learning
Get bite-sized, high-impact insights from Anil Thomas in this exclusive video series. Shot at Mustardseed Campsite, each episode busts common myths about experiential learning. Perfect for CXOs, L&D leaders, and curious minds shaping the future of work.
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WHAT'S SHAPING THE MODERN WORKPLACE ?
Insights on strategy alignment and emotional well-being at work..

The Silent Productivity Killer: Workplace Loneliness
One in five employees today struggles with loneliness at work, a challenge amplified by remote and hybrid setups. Research reveals a strong link between loneliness and disengagement, affecting morale, collaboration, and innovation. Organizations must act now to create meaningful connections beyond digital interactions.
Source: HRM Asia

The Shift Towards Seamless Execution
In a volatile and fast-moving business world, traditional KPIs and KRAs are no longer enough. This People Matters webcast featuring leaders from ElasticRun explores how OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) are helping organisations close the strategy-execution gap.
Source: People Matters
VALUE IMMERSION SERIES KICKS OFF FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY COMPANY

We recently wrapped up a powerful Value Immersion Series for the incredible team at this pioneering Renewable Energy Company. It’s always inspiring to partner with organizations that go beyond simply defining values – they’re committed to living them every day.
Through this program, we helped align their teams around core values that drive purpose, performance, and people-first leadership.