# Episode 62: Leadership Moves that shape Culture Fueling Success

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Published: 2026-01-22T03:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.theextraordinaryleadership.com/podcasts/extraordinary-leadership-podcast-2/episodes/2149155211
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## Resource

Culture isn’t a slogan.   It’s fuel for business performance and success.     And here’s the real challenge:   Many leaders try to “build culture” through policies, perks, or programs — while culture is actually shaped in the moments that matter most: how you lead, how you listen, and what you tolerate.     That’s why, in the latest episode of the Extraordinary Leadership Podcast, I sit down with Emma Davies, Founder of Evolve People Network and Evolve Hub, and a People & Culture leader with 20+ years of experience across the UAE and KSA.   Together, we unpack what truly creates a thriving culture that drives performance — especially in a region where speed, ambition, and constant change are the baseline.   This conversation goes beyond the surface.     We explore leadership moves that shift culture from a “nice idea” into real-world results, including:   -Why presence beats policy   -What real accessibility looks like (and why “open door” can be performative)   -How to spot culture in seconds — and why surveys don’t always tell the truth   -Why pay rise don’t automatically improve culture — and what actually does   -The HR–leader partnership dynamic that makes or breaks companies   …and more.     If you lead people, build teams, or shape culture — this episode will recalibrate how you think about performance, trust, and what it means to lead the future. 🎧 Listen now.   Guest: Emma Davies Founder, Evolve People Network & Evolve Hub   About Dagmara Asbreuk: A certified Executive Transformational Partner and keynote speaker, and Founder of Extraordinary Leadership. She brings 15+ years of global experience in Fortune 500 organizations and 10 years in human and lead…

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