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CEO Spotlight: Kristi Pastore
NewsAt Culture Works, we understand that leadership is one of the most important ways to foster great culture. Our fearless leader, Kristi Pastore, is one of the best examples of creating a community to drive success throughout our company. So, we’ve decided to give you a little insight into what inspires her and how she’s gotten to where she is, CEO of Culture Works. Here’s our CEO Spotlight with Kristi Pastore:
Q: What is one fact about your education or upbringing that few people know?
A: My work ethic, and the emphasis I place on it, comes from my mom. Growing up I watched her work her ass off to build her business. She was the co-owner of a weed control company, but was always working two or three jobs at once. Her work ethic is inspiring, she did everything she possibly could to provide for us.
I grew up on an 80-acre ranch in Northern California. When I was younger I helped tend to the ranch. My neighborhood consisted of chickens, ducks, a horse, go-carts, motorcycles, ponds, a garden, lots of forts, and a few rescue and family dogs (a pack of 25 to be exact).
I loved how I grew up, and I appreciate everything that it taught me; the importance of hard work, the value of a home-grown lifestyle, and so many unforgettable memories.
I entered the workforce at the age of 13, selling oranges at the swap meet. After that, my resume gets a little more robust, here’s a short breakdown:
Just to name a few…
CEO Spotlight: Kristi Pastore
August 24, 2020/by Culture WorksCulture Accountability: Why it is Essential in Creating a Strong Company Culture
January 9, 2026/by Culture WorksWhat Should Business Owners and Managers Consider for Current and Future Talent Development?
April 14, 2025/by Culture WorksHow to Prevent the Great Resignation in your Business
January 31, 2022/by Culture WorksHow to Build Trust with Your Employees
July 3, 2022/by Culture WorksWhat You Need to Know about HR Law… But First, Coffee!
August 15, 2021/by Culture WorksHow to Nail your Remote Company Culture
November 14, 2021/by Culture WorksThe Importance of Work-Life Balance: Strategies for Employers
June 23, 2024/by Culture WorksWhat’s the Difference Between a Leader and a Manager?
December 22, 2025/by Culture WorksThe Power of Conscious Capitalism: Transforming Organizations for Sustainable Success
April 8, 2024/by Culture WorksExiting Your Business: Step #1, Revisit Your Org Chart
May 15, 2022/by Culture WorksWhat is Upskilling and Why Should I Care?
August 3, 2025/by Culture WorksDo I have to wear a mask all day?
COVID-19, NewsNavigating mask mandates, employee concerns, and reopening protocols can be intimidating for any business owner. People have different views when it comes to how reopening should be implemented, so trying to please everyone is an uphill battle. The most important thing to keep in mind is the health and safety of your people. Addressing issues with compassion and empathy is the best way to handle concerns regarding new guidelines.
Change can be challenging, over the last few months, we have all experienced enough change to last 10 years! So, as you begin to welcome your employees back into the office, consider where their mental health might be with the fear surrounding the virus. How can you ease their anxiety and help them through this challenging time?
Start your reopening process by asking yourself a few questions…
Who is required to wear masks? When should they be worn? Is an employee allowed to remove their mask when they are in their office, at their desk, or in a cubicle? Can employees remove their masks to speak on the phone? Be sure to make the guidelines clear so everyone understands how their contribution will slow the spread.
Will your business provide masks to all employees? Some state and local governments are requiring employers to provide masks. Even if it is not required, it is still encouraged to offer masks to those employees who may not have one or may forget their mask at home. When you provide masks, you are not only ensuring everyone has access to PPE, but you are also ensuring your message is consistent. You want to ensure the safety of your employees, and providing PPE protection aligns with that.
Furthermore, something to consider, are you requiring all visitors, whether they are a client, customer, or other members of the public to wear a mask when on company property? This might further support your greater message of keeping your company safe.
Be sure to train your employees on the proper ways to wear a mask. The CDC guidelines require people to wash their hands prior to putting their mask on, place the covering over the nose and mouth and secure it under the chin. In order to effectively limit the spread of germs, you must ensure your employees know how to wear their protection. Remember, if you require your employees to wear face masks, you must train them on how to use them.
What about those who resist wearing a mask? First, consider why they are resisting the use of a face mask. Do they have health issues that may make wearing a mask unsafe? Do they have asthma, or a trauma-related reason? Think creatively on how to support that employee through these new guidelines. Try offering a protective device that is not a mask, like a face shield. You could also give them the option to work isolated from others, or opt for an extended period of leave.
The most important thing to consider when reopening your business is the health and safety of your employees. As we all continue to navigate these new guidelines, work to think creatively about solutions, and come at every potential issue with compassion and empathy in mind.
COVID-19 Vaccine- What Employers Need to Know
April 4, 2021/by Culture WorksWhy Hiring the Right People Can Help Your Business in a Recession
August 21, 2022/by Culture WorksWage and hour issues with a remote workforce
January 10, 2021/by Culture WorksUnderstanding the True Cost of Employee Turnover (and How Fractional HR Can Help!)
July 9, 2023/by Culture WorksWhat is People Operations and How is it Different From Human Resources?
December 25, 2022/by Culture WorksCalifornia’s New Pay Transparency Law: What You Need to Know
March 23, 2023/by Culture WorksWhy your company culture is defined by your purpose
July 25, 2021/by Culture WorksCouples Therapy: Organizational Development and HR
August 29, 2021/by Culture WorksHow to Manage Self
July 10, 2022/by Culture WorksHow Aligning Personal and Company Values Leads to Success
August 1, 2024/by Culture WorksAre you Re-onboarding your Staff?
September 7, 2020/by Culture Works5 Team-Building Exercises That Don’t Suck
December 26, 2021/by Culture Works“OMG I love you” is Not a Recruiting Process
NewsHave you ever met someone and just instantly clicked? You leave thinking this is the best conversation you have ever had. You bond about vacation spots, music, shared likes and dislikes. How could they not be the best employee you’ve ever hired? Well… they might not be.
Purpose and Profit: Do the two go hand in hand?
NewsWhen you think about profitability and productivity there’s a “p” word you may have overlooked… purpose.
Consider your favorite brands. Why are you loyal to them? Take Airbnb for example, their mission is to “help create a world where you can belong anywhere and where people can live in a place, instead of just traveling to it.” They have lived this mission by implementing purpose-centered programs to donate to nonprofits that help people who have been affected by disasters, conflict, or critical illness. As a host, you can choose to donate a portion of your profits, and as a company, Airbnb has donated over $20 million to help those in need of housing.
Fostering Innovation Within Your Company
NewsInnovation in companies is what makes most companies successful. Most people think of innovation and they think of a fun, creative culture that is always trying new ways to do things. But that can be quite off of what it actually is. Innovation takes a lot of hard work, and a willingness to fail and start again– from scratch.
How Can Empowering Employees Inspire Growth?
NewsAt the center of great companies are great employees. In order to create great employees, you must motivate and inspire them to become better. Some leaders feel as though they have to make all the decisions regarding their company, but that’s not the case. As a leader, it is your responsibility to empower your employees to continue to grow as both employees and people. This begins with trust.
Turn Your Company’s Purpose Into Strategy
NewsDetermining the purpose of your business is one of the most important things you can do. Your company’s purpose should inform the decisions you make to move your organization forward. Developing a purpose can be challenging, and acting on that purpose proves even more difficult. How can you turn your company’s purpose into strategy?
Leadership Development: It Really Works!
NewsLeadership development programs are essential to creating a workforce that grows and thrives as a team. Implementing a strong leadership development team allows employees to feel important, and for your company to have the best leadership possible. When you develop these programs to align with your purpose, you create leaders centered around the central goals of your organization. Here are a few steps to take to develop a great leadership development program:
Your Guide to Supporting Your Employees’ Wellbeing
COVID-19, News2020 has been a roller coaster for most people. With the drastic changes that have occurred in the workplace, it has led to a new reality of work from home and zoom meetings or simply no work at all. These changes can cause the wellbeing of your employees to hinder. Not only do we need to focus on the physical health of our employees, but also their mental health, social health, and financial health.