"Culture is lived in the interactions between managers and their teams. Managers account for at least 70% of the variance in team engagement levels."
- CPO Mind the Gap Research, 2025
What We Discovered
In early 2025, we asked Chief People Officers one simple question:
"What are the biggest challenges you face in YOUR organisation today when it comes to building a strong and aligned culture?"
Their answers revealed five critical gaps that are holding organisations back.
The 5 Culture Killers
Here's a sneak peek at the interconnected challenges that are sabotaging your organisational culture efforts.
01
Leadership Skill & Will
02
Accountability For Values
03
The Manager Factor
04
Disconnection
05
Skills for Today & Tomorrow
What You'll Learn
Real Insights
Get candid perspectives from Chief People Officers who are dealing with these challenges daily. No theory – just practical insights from the front lines.
Practical Solutions
Specific, actionable steps you can implement immediately. From clarifying behavioral expectations to designing moments for connection in hybrid teams.
Business Cases
Understand exactly why these culture gaps are costing you revenue, talent, and competitive advantage – and how fixing them creates measurable business impact.
Why This Matters NOW
The stakes have never been higher. Companies with strong cultures see up to 4x revenue growth compared to those with unhealthy cultures.
Meanwhile, 58% of employees say they would take a job at a competitor if the competitor's culture was better.
"A people agenda is only as strong as the CEO and senior team who are willing to support it and drive it across the organization".
- CPO Mind the Gap Research, 2025