A healthy business culture is the backbone
of a happy workforce and according to the World Economic Forum, company
culture is key to keeping the best people on a team. From attracting the
right candidates to improving employee satisfaction and productivity, a positive
business culture is what holds a company together, moving it closer to its
goals. Even during the Covid-19 pandemic, when hundreds of thousands of
employees were decentralised, knowing how
to maintain company culture while working remotely became a pivotal role for
HR and company leaders across the globe. Below, we’ll share essential advice on
how to create a business culture, so that you, too, can benefit from higher
employee retention rates, increased collaboration, and a
workforce that feels valued.
Define your company’s values and goals
Healthy business cultures are grounded in
missions, values, and goals that drive all decisions. When these missions,
values, and goals consider the well-being of employees, they can expand their
potential and may even make
the world a better place as a whole. Start by asking yourself questions
such as, are you going to be socially conscious? What are your personal
beliefs, and do you want them to infiltrate your company? What can you do to embody
your business’ core values and goals? Once you have determined how you want
your company to be and what you want it to attain, you can work on creating a
healthy culture that embodies these values.
Make sure all
your leaders are on board
Your ideas and policies to create a
thriving business culture may be significant, but if any of your team leaders
disagree with them — especially with carrying out your defined values and goals
— it will be hard to get everyone else on board. Leaders set the tone within a
company and, as an
effective leader, it’s important that your work environment ensures
everyone has a voice. In this regard, communication is a priority and a key
element in engineering your company culture so that it stands firm. When you
set the groundwork for open communication from the top, it’s likely to filter
down to the entire workforce. These free-flowing and safe channels will inspire
your company members to share their feelings and perspectives, helping to create
a business that fosters the well-being of every member.
Nurture the
culture
A business culture isn’t something that
flourishes overnight. For your employees to thrive, you need to nurture the
culture, helping it to grow and transform into an eminent source that drives
your business forward while catering to the needs of a diverse team.
One way to nurture your business culture is
to prioritize your employees’ overall wellness. This means your business needs to
provide the tools to not only encourage physical and mental health but should
also provide a means to help employees transform or drive
their careers forward within your organisation. You can do
this by ensuring or providing access to programs where they can seek help and
guidance.
For example, you could hire mental health
professionals to assist management and HR to determine signs of mental health
challenges within their employees. Evaluate the ways your business culture is
helping or hindering workplace efficiency and employee morale – and then make
necessary adjustments while sticking to the business’s core values and goals.
How can Swisslinx
help your business culture thrive?
Swisslinx is a market-leading finance
recruitment agency and technology recruitment agency. Using our expertise and
years of experience in the field, we are well equipped to cater to the needs of
several core sectors, including financial services,
digital and technology
and life sciences.
Using our insight and understanding of the importance of a thriving business
culture, we can link you to the best candidates for your company, ensuring that
your culture is not only maintained but growing in health. Browse our recruitment markets to
see how we can be of service - or contact
us today to find out more about our technology and financial services recruitment
agency.
