#Workplace Culture
How to learn from the pandemic to optimise company culture
It’s more important than ever for employers to consider their company culture and how they will show employees they care as the new normal continues to shift.
How organisations can maintain a strong corporate culture during business growth
Business growth can be a double-edged sword for organisations trying to balance workplace culture with new clients, stakeholders, incomes, and external responsibilities. It’s important that, as businesses grow, managers don’t lose sight of internal workplace culture. As organisations scale up, it can be hard to maintain the warmth, openness, and cohesiveness achievable with a smaller […]
Why hiring personality over experience can be the best thing for your business
“Hard work spotlights the character of people: some turn up their sleeves, some turn up their noses, and some don’t turn up at all.” Sam Ewig Running a business for over 20 years provides a wide ranging perspective on hiring, firing and the movement of people. We’ve seen all levels of skill, experience and commitment; […]
Why we need to stop using “I’m just being honest” as an excuse to verbally assassinate
You’re in a performance review and your Manager tells you that a couple of your colleagues think your ego walks in the door two hours before you do. It’s ok though…. He’s “just being honest”. You’re having a discussion with a colleague and she raises her voice, points her finger and lets you know that […]
Your company is the sum of your people
There are two kinds of startups – those who succeed and others who constantly try. In Britain, at least half the companies fail to last more than five years and in the US, three out of four startups are going bust without managing to turn a profit. The team and leader define the success of […]
Why good leadership creates good company morale
Employee morale and motivation is almost always directly tied to the ability of its leadership to inspire the workers. Whether a manager allows employees to suggest new ideas, take ownership of their work or simply treat workers with respect, good leaders almost always produce great teams. What are some things that you can do to […]
Creating a dynamic workplace culture that kicks goals for your clients
Creating a dynamic workplace culture is a lot more complex than hiring a bunch of Gen Ys and buying an office foosball table. At WME we operate in an industry with a churn rate that the Media Federation of Australia put at an alarming 33.2 per cent in 2014. It’s the proof we all need […]
Don’t become the next forgotten brand: Why entrepreneurship matters to all companies
If there’s one thing that separates great companies from the rest of the pack, it’s that they are never afraid of change. When the world or their industry changes around them — as it often does — great companies rise to the challenge, and ensure they aren’t left behind. Innovation can come in different packages. […]
Workplace culture holding back SMEs
A new report by Microsoft has revealed almost 70 per cent of the country’s SMEs are not reaching their potential because innovation is being stifled by workplace culture.
Money doesn’t talk in staff happiness
When it comes to employee happiness, flexibility and work-life balance are the most important factors to Australians.
Flying after her dreams: Penny Spencer
Originally training as a nurse, Penny Spencer spent 16 years working her way up the travel ladder before launching her own agency, Spencer Travel, in 1998. Spencer has since become one of the big names in the Australian travel industry, with her business now turning over $30 million a year and recently being named one […]
How to cure your work addiction
Unless you start delegating tasks you would normally trust only to yourself, you’re doomed to keep running in place, headed for burnout.
3 signs your amazing company culture actually sucks
Has your company culture morphed into a frankenstein with a life of its own? It’s almost certainly distracting you and everyone else from actually doing great work.
4 ways to build a culture of innovation at your start-up
At a recent branding symposium in New York City, execs at Google and top-advertising firms shared their tips for spurring creativity.
How a strong team will help you land big deals
Follow Warren Buffett’s example – the confidence to close big deals comes from having a strong team behind you.
3 easy ways to jazz up your workplace
Ensuring that your office is a pleasant place to be for you and your staff will ensure that productivity increases and staff morale is solid. Here are 3 ideas any small business can implement, today.
What makes somewhere the best place to work?
We’re used to hearing about the big corporates winning ‘best workplace’ awards but when a small Sydney recruitment firm did it recently, we wanted to know more about how it made the illustrious list.
It’s time to ditch your dress code
Talented people are as diverse as the clothes they wear. You may be stifling your employees with your dress policy.
5 common workplace enjoyment errors leaders make
Would your company perform better if everyone in it truly enjoyed what they were doing? One expert looks at five key workplace enjoyment areas where small business leaders are getting it wrong.
The pros and cons of social media in the workplace
Social media brings a wealth of positives to business, but can also become an unwelcome distraction for employees. So what’s a business owner to do? Block all access to social media, or allow unlimited access to the various networks? Here’s a look.
Is gay marriage a workplace issue?
Amazon’s Jeff Bezos and Chick-fil-A’s Dan Cathy have made public their views about same-sex marriage. When it comes to my business and employees, I just try to do the right thing.
Promoting the Olympic spirit in the office: How to
As Australia’s athletes compete for gold at the London Olympics, it is a good reminder for us, as employers, to ask how we can get the same dedication and passion from our employees.
Encouraging employees to put a personal stamp on the workplace
By letting employees do the decorating, small businesses can boost morale and save some money to boot.
Social media: Affecting workplace harmony?
The use of social media may have become more prevalent in the workplace, but it’s still creating unease among employees. New research has found over half of Australians are nervous about mixing their personal and professional connections on social media.