Company culture is an integral part of every company. From recruiting top talent to improving employee satisfaction, it’s the backbone of a happy workforce. According to research by Deloitte, 94% of executives and 88% of employees believe a distinct corporate culture is important to a business’ success.
Deloitte’s survey also found that there is a strong correlation between employees who claim to feel happy and valued at work and those who say their company has a strong culture. But why is corporate culture such an important part of a business? Take a look at some of the benefits of positive company culture:
- Recruitment: Many HR professionals agree that strong company culture is one of the best ways to attract potential employees. A positive culture gives an organization a competitive advantage.
- Employee loyalty: Not only will a positive culture help recruitment efforts, but it will also help retain top talent as well. A positive culture fosters a sense of employee loyalty.
- Job satisfaction: It’s no surprise that job satisfaction is higher at companies with a positive corporate culture. Employers who invest in the well-being of their employees will be rewarded with happy, dedicated employees
- Collaboration: Employees are much more likely to come together as a team at companies with a strong culture. A positive culture facilitates social interaction, teamwork and open communication.
According to Forbes, here are ways to build a company culture that thrives:
- Emphasis on employee wellness: No organization can expect to foster a positive culture without healthy employees. Employees need to feel their best – physically, mentally and emotionally –to contribute to a positive culture. In many ways, employee wellness is a foundation for a positive corporate culture.
- Grow off your current culture: Building a positive corporate culture doesn’t mean employers should completely scrap everything their company currently stands for. Rather than expecting employees to do a complete 180, employers should work on enhancing the current culture they have. Ask employees what they do and don’t like about their current culture and work environment.
- Provide meaning: Meaning and purpose are more important in the workplace now than ever. A majority of employees crave meaning and purpose in their work. Without it, job satisfaction takes a major hit. And a company certainly can’t build a culture without any meaning behind its work.
- Foster social connections: Workplace relationships are an essential element to positive company culture. When employees barely know their colleagues and rarely interact, there’s no possible way for a strong culture to grow.
One of the most important roles a leader has is creating a positive culture. Be sure to cultivate a positive culture that enhances the talent, diversity and happiness of your workforce. Building a unique, positive culture is one of the best – and simplest – ways to get your employees to invest their talent and future with your company.
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