Over time, we have observed significant shifts within organizations, prompting us to reflect on how workplaces continue to evolve.

One of the most profound lessons comes from a leader who once managed a highly diverse team across multiple business units. He told me, “I realized early on that individual brilliance isn’t enough. It’s the collective strength of a community that drives long term success.“

Communities in the workplace go beyond the immediate goals of a corporate team setup. Research by Gallup indicates that employees who feel a strong sense of community at work are 3x more likely to feel engaged and connected to their organization’s mission. Communities create a ripple effect—supporting individuals, enabling leaders, and driving efficiency in ways traditional structures often cannot.  

As we step into 2025, I encourage you to think about the communities in your organization. How can they be nurtured? How can they support your goals as a leader and the shared mission of your teams?

The future is about building communities in organizations internally or externally. We have been helping organizations to build communities for leaders, women, generational diversity and this could be one more step towards building lasting legacies …