Unlocking Culture’s Hidden Rules
Empowering leaders to navigate the unwritten rules of culture and reduce workplace mismatches for a cohesive, productive team.
Let me introduce myself...
As an award-winning I/O psychologist, my research on social class dynamics and workplace identities has advanced intersectional conversations about organizational culture. I’m a thought leader on the Unwritten Rules of Work and their impact on subgroups within organizations. My expertise helps leaders and employees develop cross-cultural competency to navigate cultural mismatches effectively through speaking, workshops, and coaching.
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Discover my services
Coaching
Personalized guidance to:
- Master the unwritten rules in your workplace
- Develop effective cultural navigation strategies
- Enhance inclusive leadership
- Create action plans for professional success
Workshops
Interactive, hands-on sessions where participants:
- Identify the unwritten rules in their workplace
- Develop strategies to navigate organizational culture
- Learn to create more inclusive and transparent environments
- Implement tools to bridge cultural gaps
Consulting
We work with your organization to:
- Assess current culture through specialized diagnostics
- Uncover unwritten rules through surveys and focus groups
- Develop strategies to streamline communication and minimize setbacks
- Implement changes that promote belonging and retention
Keynote Speaking
I share transformative insights about the Unwritten Rules of Work, inspiring audiences to recognize and navigate the hidden cultural codes that impact professional success.
What People Say About Working With Dr. Anna K
John Gaffney
Senior Advisor, Leidos
“I had the pleasure of working with Anna when I was first assigned to a DEIA initiative on which Anna was the primary SME and our DEIA vendor’s POC. I quickly learned that this was an excellent connection as I was able to learn so much about so many different facets of DEIA from her. She is knowledgeable and extraordinarily passionate about the subject and contributed significantly to our agency’s efforts. Anna worked hard and was able to not only support the long-range planning we sought but successfully implemented a wide variety of tasks as well.”
Erica Creighton
Director of Product, Popeye’s
“We brought in Dr. Anna Kallschmidt to kick off Popeyes Women’s Network 2024 year as part of a multi-part speaker series. The team was looking for a speaker who could cover difficult topics in a way that was engaging to participants as some of the content can be heavy.
I would highly recommend any organization bring in Dr. Anna to help drive organizational change, she is an asset to any organization, has excellent communication and a customer centric attitude.”
Emily Ketring
Executive Director, The Boys and Girls Club of North Central Florida
“I hired Anna to complete an evaluation for our AmeriCorps program. Anna provided an objective and unbiased assessment of our program and identified areas of success and areas where improvement was needed. Anna is professional, proficient, and insightful.”
Selam Yohannes
Senior Project Manager, Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Philanthropies
“Dr. Kallschmidt gave an insightful and engaging presentation on the “Unwritten Rules of Work.” She was able to breakdown complex concepts into easily digestible information, and the examples she provided were relatable and thought-provoking. Whether it was decoding office communication, understanding how to navigate professional relationships, or offering strategies for personal growth, Dr. K provided practical tips and tools. I highly recommend Dr.K to anyone looking for an exceptional facilitator who can engage and empower her audience”
MY BOOK
The Unwritten Code: Hidden Rules of the Workplace
Coming soon – A groundbreaking guide revealing the invisible rules that shape workplace success. Drawing from extensive research, including new data on diverse backgrounds and neurodivergence, this book provides leaders and professionals with practical strategies to understand, navigate, and transform workplace culture.
My Latest Insights
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