Workplace culture isn’t an HR project, it’s a leadership priority. One of the biggest challenges companies face is when CEOs don’t see culture as their responsibility. But without top-down commitment, even the best HR efforts fall flat. Real change starts at the top. What doesn’t work? Band-aid perks like free lunches or ping-pong tables. As Nia Pommerenke, my guest from “ Better HR Business Podcast puts it: “No one will stick around for the coffee if the culture is bad.” What does work? Clarity, consistent action, and embedding culture into every part of the organization, from hiring to performance reviews to how managers lead every day. I recently spoke with Nia Pommerenke, Founder and Culture Transformation Consultant from of SeaBright Culture Solutions, about the real challenges organizations face when trying to build strong, engaging cultures, and why leadership commitment is key to meaningful change. Nia has dedicated over twenty-five years to the human resources field, with a particular passion for shaping how people experience work through culture, engagement, and leadership. In a wide-ranging discussion, Nia and I talked about: ✅ Why CEO leadership is essential for setting culture and leading by example. ✅ How quick fixes often fail to address deeper cultural issues. ✅ What truly drives engagement—purpose, psychological safety, growth, and trust. ✅ Why HR can’t do it alone—culture change requires shared ownership. ✅ How adaptability demands investment in upskilling, clarity, and resilience. ✅ Tips for starting smart in HR consulting: focus on visibility, marketing, and clear value ✅ And much more. Website: www.seabrighthr.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/nia-pommerenke For show notes and to see details of our previous guests, check out the podcast page here: www.GetMoreHRClients.com/Podcast HR BUSINESS GROWTH RESOURCES Get the new book - Grow A Successful HR Business Your Way Consulting Services For HR Software And Consulting Firms: Consulting Services. VISIT GET MORE HR CLIENTS Want more clients for your HR-related consultancy or HR Tech business? Visit the Get More HR Clients website for articles, newsletters, podcasts, videos, resources, and more.
