Episode 02: Inside Cultural Assessments – Tools for Navigating Today’s Polarized Workplace
Hosted by Sam Schwartz-Fenwick with special guest Dave Baffa
In this episode of the Cultural Flashpoints Vidcast, host Sam Schwartz‑Fenwick sits down with Seyfarth partner and workplace culture subject‑matter expert Dave Baffa for a candid discussion on cultural assessments: what they are, why they matter, and how their use has evolved alongside shifting workplace dynamics.
Together, Sam and Dave break down the methods organizations use to understand their cultural health, from interviews and focus groups to policy evaluations that reveal how communication, leadership, and day‑to‑day interactions truly function in practice. They also share insights on how cultural assessments can help reduce tension, foster psychological safety, and build stronger organizational trust – all while offering practical guidance for managing risk, setting expectations, and ensuring assessments lead to meaningful action.