What Belonging Really Means at Work (And Why Most Get It Wrong)

This is part 1 of a 4-part conversation on the work leaders need to do to incorporate belonging in the workplace with author and research Dr. Beth Kaplan. Each episode explores a different theme—clarity, self-awareness, team dynamics, and workplace culture.

Belonging isn’t the same as fitting in—and the difference matters. In this episode, we define what belonging truly is and how most organizations misunderstand or misuse the term. We explore why clarity around belonging matters and how vague values and misaligned language can erode trust and workplace culture.

🎙️ Featuring expert insight from Dr. Beth Kaplan, author of Braving the Workplace: Belonging at the Breaking Point.

Topics covered:

• What belonging actually means
• The difference between inclusion and belonging
• Why performative values harm culture
• How to tell if your organization is doing it right

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