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Ever felt like you’re on your own at work—even in a “great culture”?

That’s because culture isn’t the same as community.
One happens whether you shape it or not. The other takes intention, safety, and a shared purpose.

In this episode of Your Work Friends, we sit down with DeMario Bell—community strategist, speaker, and founder of Gatherful, who’s spent over a decade building communities across higher ed, startups, and global enterprise, including leading Culture Amp’s 100,000+ member HR community.

We talk about:

• The difference between a workplace and a true community
• Why family is inherited but community is chosen
• How psychological safety is the real test of culture
• Common mistakes leaders make when “building community”
• The role of vulnerability, trust, and micro-moments in belonging
• Why the future of work is “more human, more diverse, and more fluid”

If you’ve ever wondered how to build connection that lasts—without forcing fake “family” vibes—this conversation will make you rethink what healthy community really looks like at work.

More about DeMario:

• Gatherful Consulting

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