Revamping Roots: Enhancing Company Culture in Light Industrial Settings

Culture is the essence of an organization. Consider implementing some or all these steps to ensure yours is positive and positions you as the company where employees want to be. This week, we bring you four easy tips.

defining culture

Before we dive into enhancing culture, it is vital to define it. Culture is a set of values, social norms, and actions that dictate the environment of a business. More than simply words on a website, culture is often unspoken and felt more so than heard. How crucial is company culture? According to Team Stage, 88% of job seekers say a healthy work culture is vital for success.

great onboarding

Building a great culture starts from day one. According to Forbes, 30% of new hires leave within the first 90 days. Creating momentum is difficult if retention is a problem. A solid onboarding plan helps employees feel welcome and establishes rapport. During this time employees should be given the tools to perform their job well and understand what is expected of them. Be clear and kind in onboarding. This eliminates the guesswork for your employees. Take time to help them acclimate to the team and to answer questions. Walk through the onboarding process yourself as if you were a new hire to see where improvements can be made.

respect

Demonstrate respect for your employees. Years ago, one of the owners of Southwest Airlines used to serve as the steward with the other airline attendants. He would ask how he could improve each employee’s work experience. His willingness to understand and hear his employee’s perspectives gave him valuable insight. That type of insight can only be gained through respect. Respectfully communicate with employees and allow them to offer feedback with their ideas and suggestions. This will pay dividends in the long run.

clear career paths

Nothing is more frustrating than being on a road and having no directions. The same is true for career paths. Employees are much more likely to stay engaged and loyal if they understand where their position is leading them. Invest in your employee’s careers by offering them training and giving them practical steps of what they need to do to succeed.

reward great work

Last but certainly not least, reward great work. Managers who aim to catch employees doing well are much easier to work for. Be specific with your praise so they know what they are doing well. Offer flexibility where you can. Ask what benefits they would like to see. Listen to your employees, get to know them, and reward them often. Encouragement goes a long way and will enhance their performance. According to Hallio, companies with engaged employees are 21% more profitable!

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