Ever wonder why your company has a high turnover? Maybe it’s not because of the salary you’re offering… but more on the unhealthy workplace culture.
What is a workplace culture?
Workplace culture is a company’s value that can be built through communication, team work, or employee engagement activities that will help the employer and employees involved in making the workplace more comfortable and fun on both ways.
Research by Deloitte shows 94% of executives and 88% of employees believe a distinct corporate culture is important to business success. A positive workplace culture can encourage team enthusiasm, mutual trust, and collaborative growth. On the other hand, working in a toxic workplace culture can drain more energy than the work itself.
These days, many companies are busy recruiting for filling job vacancies. They tend to think that workplace culture is not important. Based on the Pew Research Center data, 57% of workers decided to resign because they feel unappreciated at work. This shows that a toxic workplace culture that filled with destructive criticism, poor communication, or even micromanagement can create an environment filled with anxiety and stress that will lead to workers’ resignation.
Then, how to build a positive workplace culture?
You can start by prioritizing open communication, establish clear values and goals, and reward employees for their contributions. Building a positive work culture isn’t a one-time project—it’s a journey that begins with a sincere intention to grow together. Why? Because happy employees means increased performance.
A positive work culture isn’t just a bonus, but a long-term investment for all parties.
