Culture isn’t something entrepreneurs typically think about when starting a business. They’re focused on products, services, markets, and profits—but rarely on the intangible force that shapes their organization’s future.
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Why Your ‘Good Enough’ Culture is Driving Away Exceptional Talent
“We’re content with getting some of the work they sent us,” said one of the business partners of a business I was consulting for. This statement haunts me because it perfectly encapsulates a mindset that repels exceptional talent.
How Risk-Aversion Blocks Innovation
Whether it’s new technology or a new business model, the default state of every new idea is “No.” Most organizations, especially large and established ones, are risk-averse by nature. They prefer the safety of what has worked before over the uncertainty of something new. And that fear of the unknown often leads to rejection—even when innovation is crucial for long-term success.
10 Ways To Kill Team Culture
It’s the culture stupid! Culture matters whether you’re a small, medium, or large company. It matters because it helps attract and retain talent, motivates employees, improves customer experience, promotes collaboration and teamwork, and provides a competitive advantage when harnessed effectively.
A Leader’s Most Important Job? Creating The Culture!
Hey, are you going to the company Christmas party? This is about the time when businesses of all sizes have their yearly Christmas party. Depending on where you work, your schedule, and your feelings towards your employer, will determine whether you attend the company Christmas party.
How To Make Culture Your Advantage
Imagine this: your employees wake up excited to come to work. They feel valued, heard, and empowered to do their best. Collaboration flows naturally, and creativity sparks around every corner. This isn’t a utopia – it’s the reality for companies that have unlocked the power of culture – their secret weapon for success.
The Customer Comes Second: Why Prioritizing Your Employees Leads to Better Customer Service
When we think about businesses and their priorities, the customer often comes to mind as the top priority; we talk about being customer obsessed. However, successful companies that are customer obsessed put their employees first, with the belief that happy employees lead to happy customers.