The Moments that Shape the Leaders, Colleagues, and Culture-Builders of Tomorrow

The back-to-school season is a reminder of possibility, growth, and fresh starts - not just for students, but for all of us.

Whether it’s a kindergartner learning to share, a middle schooler navigating new friendships, or a college student finding their voice, these moments shape the leaders, colleagues, and culture-builders of tomorrow.

And here’s the connection: how we show up at school isn’t so different from how we show up at work. The lessons of inclusion, resilience, and collaboration travel with us into the workplace; help create the future of work we all want to be part of.

👉 A few back-to-school inspired tips for today’s workplace:
1️⃣ Stay curious. Ask questions, seek feedback, and stay open to learning. Growth doesn’t stop at graduation.

2️⃣ Include everyone. Just like in the lunchroom, people notice who gets invited in. Inclusion builds trust.

3️⃣ Celebrate effort. Recognize progress, not just outcomes. Encouragement fuels momentum.

4️⃣ Reset with intention. Use this season as a chance to pause, set goals, and create clarity for you and your team.

We all have a role in creating an environment where people can show up, thrive, and build something bigger than themselves. Let’s use the back-to-school energy to spark an inclusive, empowering future of work.