For companies, the culture of their team is perhaps the most important element to consider. If your employees feel like they’re forced to do things that go against their will, they’ll leave – and your company will be weaker because of it. For example, if your organization has an adaptive culture and one of your employees finds out that her work isn’t valued by the rest of the team, she’ll likely be discouraged enough to leave. However, if you pay attention to these three ways to build a strong adaptive company culture, you can keep your team happy and motivated to stay on board.
A company culture that fosters assertiveness will foster team members who take charge and make decisions in line with company goals. You need to be encouraging a climate of transparency. The best way to make your culture adaptive is to create an environment where team members feel safe speaking up, even when they disagree with each other or management. High-performing companies nurture an atmosphere of trust. Teams that trust one another can work together effectively and adapt quickly as new challenges arise.
Collaboration is vital for creating an adaptive company culture. You should hire team members who share your core values and encourage them to challenge those values. Ask your employees to speak out when they see opportunities for improvement, whether that’s through brainstorming, adding data points or offering suggestions. Additionally, foster collaboration by making all of your company’s business data available across departments. You must be encouraging cross-department interaction.
Even if you’re just starting out and have only one employee, it’s never too early to develop a company culture. Employees need more than money to be motivated; they need vision. This will ensure your team works toward common goals and stays focused on them as circumstances change over time. It’s also a great way to create ownership—something that can inspire loyalty in new hires. Make sure everyone on your team understands how his or her contribution helps build and strengthen that vision.
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