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Nurture Connections at Work and Unlock the Power of Shared Purpose
Belonging is more than an HR buzzword or a fleeting trend; it’s the heart of every thriving organization. High-performing organizations recognize that their workforce is their greatest asset and create structures to support, include, and develop everyone. Understanding the dynamics of belonging in a diverse world is not optional, because when employees feel isolated, unappreciated, or treated unjustly, engagement and innovation stall and turnover costs soar.
In The Belonging Blueprint, organizational performance expert Maria Morukian opens a fresh conversation about creating better working environments, offering talent development leaders and managers:
- An uplifting, practical guide to the universal human need to belong
- Real-world stories and an easy-to-follow framework for building diverse teams that operate on trust, interdependence, and a shared purpose
- Proven assessment tools and a new maturity model designed to help create a successful culture of belonging
Follow the blueprint to dismantle counterproductive behaviors and build infrastructure that can sustain a culture of belonging and achievement across every function in your organization.
Maria Morukian grew up in a multicultural, multilingual family shaped by stories of resilience and fighting for justice. As the daughter of a refugee, she discovered early a passion for strengthening communities through storytelling and education. Today, Morukian is a globally recognized expert in organizational culture change, specializing in diversity, equity, inclusion, and intercultural communication. As president of MSM Global Consulting and a faculty member at American University, Morukian facilitates learning for leaders who want to build human connection and elevate organizational performance. A sought-after speaker and thought partner, she has collaborated with organizations that include the State Department, NIH, World Bank, AAWA, PBS Distribution, Apple, and Pew Charitable Trusts. Morukian has presented on the TEDx stage, been featured in Forbes, and is the author of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion for Trainers. She hosts the podcast Culture Stew. She lives in Washington, DC, with her family.
Preface
Introduction
Part 1. Laying the Groundwork for Systemic Change
- Approaching Belonging as the Key to a Thriving Culture
- Navigating Adaptive Culture Change
- Co-Creating the Blueprint for a Culture of Belonging
Part 2. Bringing Your Blueprint to Life
- Assessing Your Current Reality
- Integrating Belonging Into Your Organization’s Infrastructure
- Building Belonging Into Team Dynamics
- Linking Belonging to Individual Development and Performance
Part 3. Sustaining and Evolving Your Culture of Belonging
- Futureproofing Your Belonging Blueprint
- Nurturing the Work of Belonging
Epilogue
Acknowledgments
Appendix: DEIB Diagnostic Tool