Creating a Culture of Belonging at Work

What does it really mean to belong at work? In this episode, we are joined by Jewel Ratcliff, Clinical Director and Central Region DEIB Co-Chair, and Madison Coward-Thibodeaux, National Onboarding Team member and Central Region DEIB Co-Chair to explore how belonging impacts employee engagement, workplace culture, leadership, and overall well-being.
They also share practical ways leaders and employees can foster belonging through intentional communication, recognition, psychological safety, and accountability.
Our guests emphasize the role of DEIB initiatives, employee feedback, and everyday interactions in creating environments where people feel seen, valued, and respected.
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MEET THE GUEST
Jewel Ratcliff, MSW, LCSW-S
Jewel Ratcliff is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas who has been practicing since 2020. Jewel provides an accepting and non-judgmental space that helps clients grow by uncovering strengths and learning new skills that help them navigate through the challenges and struggles that they are currently facing. She recognizes the strength, wisdom, and resiliency each of her clients has within themselves. Jewel has experience working in a wide range of areas that include but are not limited to alternative lifestyle and ethical non-monogamous relationships, LGBTQAI+, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, caregivers, chronic illness, and health issues. Jewel utilizes several therapeutic models within her counseling sessions that include Strength-based, Solution-focused, and Cognitive Behavioral approaches to help her clients reach their true potential. Jewel works with individuals and couples by forming a collaborative relationship to help them better understand their behaviors, thoughts, and feelings in a safe, therapeutic environment. In her free time, Jewel enjoys gardening, crafting, and traveling.

MEET THE GUEST
Madison Coward-Thibodeaux, Onboarding Specialist
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