Overview
Read the HB How to Create Culture of Belonging (Kang & DeAngelis) and answer these three questions (short paragraph + for each).
- How does the article distinguish between feeling included and genuinely belonging at work, and why is this distinction important for leaders to understand?
(Consider the definitions of belonging, insider–outsider dynamics, and the role of authenticity.)
2. According to the article, what roles do managers—particularly middle managers—play in creating or undermining a culture of belonging, and what specific behaviors are most consequential? (Draw on examples such as feedback, recognition, informal connection, allyship, and modeling behavior.)
3. Why does the article argue that belonging is closely tied to psychological safety and performance, and how can leadership actions either reinforce or break cycles of silence within teams? (Integrate the research evidence, the LEAP framework, and the discussion of voice and risk‑taking.)