Our Methodology: The Science of Culture Transformation
An Integrated Approach to Sustainable Culture Change
At SEADE Coaching & Consulting (SEADECC), we understand that People leaders need more than theory—you need practical, proven approaches that deliver measurable outcomes while respecting the complexity of human systems. Our methodology empowers HR executives and People leaders to drive authentic culture change that aligns with business strategy.
Our Approach
We integrate diverse disciplines critical to cultural transformation
• Andragogy – We apply adult learning principles to engage employees at all levels, ensuring cultural initiatives resonate personally and professionally across your workforce.
• Change Management Frameworks – Our structured approach minimizes resistance and accelerates adoption of new cultural norms, giving People leaders clear roadmaps for implementation.
• Gender Studies – We incorporate research on how gender dynamics influence workplace interactions, enabling more inclusive cultural practices that benefit talent acquisition and retention.
• Ability Research – Our methodology integrates accessibility and accommodation insights, helping you build truly inclusive cultures that leverage diverse perspectives and abilities.
• Organizational Design – We help you align structural elements with desired cultural attributes, ensuring systems and processes reinforce rather than undermine cultural goals.
• Organizational Behavior – By leveraging behavioral science, we help you shape environments that naturally encourage desired behaviors without excessive policy enforcement.
• Organizational Leadership – We equip leaders at all levels to model and reinforce cultural values, creating the consistent leadership alignment critical to culture transformation.
Assessments
Customized Cultural Assessment Approach
HR leaders know that standard engagement surveys often miss the nuanced cultural dynamics unique to each organization. Our assessment methodologies are specifically designed or customized for your organization's industry context, current challenges, and strategic objectives—providing the granular, actionable insights People leaders need to drive meaningful change.
Our Process
Our Culture Transformation Process
We've designed our process to deliver quick wins while building toward sustainable transformation, acknowledging the realities of quarterly business rhythms while respecting that true culture change requires time:
Phase 1: Cultural Discovery & Assessment (3-4 weeks)
- Comprehensive cultural assessment using multiple data collection methods
- Employee experience mapping across key segments
- Leadership alignment sessions to build consensus on cultural priorities
- Identification of cultural strengths and opportunity areas
Phase 2: Vision & Strategy Development (2-3 weeks)
- Collaborative definition of desired culture state
- Identification of cultural "critical few" priorities
- Development of culture transformation roadmap
- Creation of measurement framework and success metrics
Phase 3: Implementation & Activation (4-6 months)
- Systems and policy alignment
- Leader enablement and accountability mechanisms
- Employee involvement and advocacy programs
- Regular pulse checks and adjustment opportunities
Phase 4: Integration & Reinforcement (Ongoing with 6, 12, and 18-month milestones)
- Cultural sustainability practices
- Talent management alignment
- Ongoing measurement against established baselines
- Evolution of culture strategy as business needs change
This carefully paced approach acknowledges the dual pressures HR executives face: delivering visible progress quickly while ensuring changes become embedded in the organization's DNA. Our methodology delivers the metrics you need for executive reporting while creating the deep, meaningful change that transforms employee experience and drives business results.