Tag: Business Culture

It’s not enough to have a great product anymore. Consumers want to buy into company culture.

Although many managers today instil a level of trust in their people, many more seem reluctant to do so. It’s as if they’re giving up their own personal power to do so. But what’s the impact to your team if you don’t engender trust, or worse still, there is an absence of trust?

Company culture is the key to creating and maintaining an engaged and productive workforce, according to a new study, with employee engagement most boosted by coaching, buddy programs and company outings.

Creating a strong workplace culture is one of the most powerful and lasting things any organisation can focus on. Why? Because strong culture leads to better performance, higher retention and a more aligned organisation.

An increasing number of small and medium businesses are adopting flexible working practices, and they’re seeing rises in productivity and revenue as a result.

Use this common-sense approach to build a culture of full engagement.

Businesses around the country are celebrating Harmony Day today, an event designed to eliminate racial discrimination in the workplace and promote diversity by breaking down cultural barriers

Flexibility in the workplace optimises resources, improves productivity and boosts sustainability, according to a new report by the Diversity Council Australia (DCA), but many businesses continue to see flexibility as special treatment rather than a tool for success.

In today’s changing competitive environment, customer centricity is not aspirational – it’s essential. Achieving a genuinely customer centred organisation isn’t easy, but with the right strategic approach, tools and support, any business can get there, regardless of their size.

Planning an off-site team building exercise to get your employees ready for the year? Think again. Experts suggest a better approach is to focus on consistent recognition programs that drive a business’ objectives throughout the year.