The Elephant in the Org

2024: The Year of Hybrid Headaches and DEI Disasters

The Fearless PX Season 2 Episode 7

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From hybrid work hiccups to the turbulence in DEI initiatives, 2024 has been a whirlwind for HR and workplace culture. In this special year-end wrap-up of The Elephant in the Org, Danny, Marion, and Cacha reflect on the defining “elephants” of the year.

We’re diving into the challenges that shaped the workplace, sharing key lessons from the year’s most heated debates, and unpacking how companies can avoid repeating their mistakes in 2025. Plus, we reveal what trends we’re most excited (and wary) about heading into the new year.

💡 Highlights from this episode:

  • Why hybrid work sparked more frustration than flexibility in 2024.
  • The downfall of performative DEI efforts—and how organizations can do better.
  • Lessons from our expert guests on building psychological safety and trust.
  • The workplace wins we’re celebrating and the mistakes we’ll leave behind.
  • What’s next for The Elephant in the Org in 2025.

📢 Special Mention:
We’ve collated a list of the most influential thought leaders shaping workplace culture, hybrid work, and DEI in 2024. Explore their insights and connect with them by checking out the full list in our
show notes.

🐘 Connect with Us:

🚀 Follow The Fearless PX on LinkedIn: The Fearless PX
📩 Got a hot take or a workplace horror story? Email Marion, Cacha, and Danny at elephant@thefearlesspx.com
🎧 Catch every episode of The Elephant in the Org: All Episodes Here

🚀Your Hosts on Linkedin:

🐘Marion Anderson

🐘Danny Gluch

🐘Cacha Dora

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🎙️ About the Show

The Elephant in the Org drops new episodes every two weeks starting April 2024.
Get ready for even more fearless conversations about leadership, psychological safety, and the future of work.

🎵 Music & Production Credits

🎶 Opening and closing theme music by The Toros
🎙️ Produced by The Fearless PX
✂️ Edited by Marion Anderson

⚠️ Disclaimer

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests, and do not necessarily reflect any affiliated organizations' official policy or position.

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