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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. When employees feel isolated, unappreciated, or treated unjustly, engagement and innovation stall and turnover costs soar. That's why understanding the dynamics of belonging in a diverse world is not optional—it's essential.
In The Belonging Blueprint, organizational performance expert Maria Morukian sparks a new conversation about creating better working environments. She offers talent development leaders and managers:
- An uplifting, practical guide to the universal human need to belong
- Real-world examples 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 to help any organization create a successful culture of belonging and level the playing field
The Belonging Blueprint empowers leaders in any organization—from a small team to a global enterprise—to dismantle counterproductive behaviors and build a sturdy infrastructure that can sustain a culture of belonging across every function. The result is a workplace where every person feels valued and connection drives achievement.
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.
Introduction
Part 1: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Through a Systems Lens
Chapter 1: Approaching Belonging as the Key to a Thriving Culture
Chapter 2: Understanding Adaptive Culture Change
Chapter 3: Visioning a Blueprint for Your Culture of Belonging
Part 2: Systems Change at Multiple Levels
Chapter 4: Assessing Your Current Reality
Chapter 5: Integrating Belonging Into Your Organization’s Infrastructure
Chapter 6: Building Belonging Into Team Dynamics
Chapter 7: Linking Belonging to Individual Development and Performance
Part 3: A Sustainable Culture of Belonging
Chapter 8: Futureproofing Your Belonging Blueprint
Chapter 9: Sustaining the Work of Belonging
Acknowledgments
References
Index
About the Author
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