#10: The seven pillars of a great company culture 👉

Expert of the week: Chris Dyer (Remote and hybrid Work Consultant, Keynote speaker, and founding member of the Remote-First Institute)

The seven pillars of a great company culture:

Building a robust organizational culture, especially in a distributed setup, is hard. It needs simplicity and complexity. With the right elements in place, a flourishing culture is easy to maintain.

Here are the 7 pillars of a great company culture:

1️⃣ Transparency: 🗨️

• Foster a culture of open communication and share essential information promptly with all team members.

• Utilize digital platforms that encourage transparent interactions and seamless collaboration.

2️⃣ Positivity: ☀️

• Promote a positive attitude towards challenges and celebrate every progress to keep morale high.

• Share success stories and learnings from failures to create an environment of continuous improvement.

3️⃣ Measurement: 📊

• Implement clear and measurable KPIs to evaluate both individual and team performance.

• Utilize analytics tools to track and analyze performance data, aiding in informed decision-making.

4️⃣ Acknowledgement: 🎉

• Establish a recognition program to appreciate and reward exemplary performance and behaviors aligning with company values.

• Celebrate team achievements to build a culture of appreciation and motivation.

5️⃣ Uniqueness: ❄️

• Value the unique qualities, perspectives, and ideas of each team member, promoting a culture of diversity and innovation.

• Encourage the uniqueness in company operations, products, and services to stand out in the marketplace.

6️⃣ Listening: 👂

• Foster a culture where feedback from team members and clients is valued and acted upon.

• Utilize feedback tools and hold regular check-ins to understand and address the needs and concerns of your team and clients.

7️⃣ Mistakes: 🚀

• Cultivate a safe space where mistakes are seen as a launchpad for growth and learning.

• Encourage reflection and learning from failures to continually improve and innovate.

By embedding these principles, companies can build and sustain a culture that not only aligns with organizational goals but also promotes a conducive and engaging work environment for all.

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