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Are we doing it right, or are we just really good at saying we're doing it right? 🤔 Like, are we actually letting employees ask anything, or are we just hoping they ask nice, polite questions?

From Obama's Reddit adventure to Shopify AMA magic, everyone's talking about transparency. But are we, as HR superheroes, using these tools to build real trust, or are we still stuck in the "boss says, you do" zone? 🤷‍♀️

📃 From Obama to HR: Why AMAs Just Work

Remember Obama's Reddit AMA? Companies are now using that same idea to revolutionize their workplaces.

Shopify's Harley Finkelstein loves it. Anonymous questions, upvotes, and honest answers. It builds trust, flattens hierarchies, and gives leadership a raw look at company culture.

For HR? AMAs are gold. They create open dialogue, boost engagement, and foster ownership. They might get uncomfortable, but that's where the magic happens – honest conversations build stronger workplaces.

Want to see how AMAs can transform your company?

⚡Workplace AMAs: Buzzword or Breakthrough?

Too nervous to ask your CEO a burning question? AMAs (Ask Me Anything) aim to change that!

Springworks' survey reveals:
📌 44.83% feel comfortable sharing in AMAs.
📌 35.63% hesitate before asking.
📌 94.25% find AMA responses valuable.
📌 66.67% say AMAs make leadership more approachable.
📌 91.95% believe AMAs boost transparency.

AMAs –They're meant to connect us, but there's still that awkward hesitation. When done right, they're gold –But are your company's AMAs working? Or are people just playing it safe?

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Is your startup a culture-first workplace that prioritizes employee well-being and engagement? It’s time to get the recognition you deserve!

The Best Startups to Work For Award 2025, powered by EngageWith, NHRD Bangalore Chapter & TSOW, honors startups that lead in inclusivity, innovation, and workplace excellence.

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📅 Key Dates

🗓 Registration Closes: March 20, 2025
📑 Survey & Pitch Deck Submission: April 8, 2025

🚀 Put your startup’s culture on the map!

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