#10: The seven pillars of a great company culture 👉
Expert of the week: Chris Dyer
“An incredibly powerful output for teams seeking to level-up managing distributed teams.”
💡 “Distributed work” tip of the week
Expert of the week: Chris Dyer (Remote and hybrid Work Consultant, Keynote speaker, and founding member of the Remote-First Institute)
The seven pillars of a great company culture:
Building a robust organizational culture, especially in a distributed setup, is hard. It needs simplicity and complexity. With the right elements in place, a flourishing culture is easy to maintain.
Here are the 7 pillars of a great company culture:
1️⃣ Transparency: 🗨️
Foster a culture of open communication and share essential information promptly with all team members.
Utilize digital platforms that encourage transparent interactions and seamless collaboration.
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2️⃣ Positivity: ☀️
Promote a positive attitude towards challenges and celebrate every progress to keep morale high.
Share success stories and learnings from failures to create an environment of continuous improvement.
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3️⃣ Measurement: 📊
Implement clear and measurable KPIs to evaluate both individual and team performance.
Utilize analytics tools to track and analyze performance data, aiding in informed decision-making.
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4️⃣ Acknowledgement: 🎉
Establish a recognition program to appreciate and reward exemplary performance and behaviors aligning with company values.
Celebrate team achievements to build a culture of appreciation and motivation.
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5️⃣ Uniqueness: ❄️
Value the unique qualities, perspectives, and ideas of each team member, promoting a culture of diversity and innovation.
Encourage the uniqueness in company operations, products, and services to stand out in the marketplace.
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6️⃣ Listening: 👂
Foster a culture where feedback from team members and clients is valued and acted upon.
Utilize feedback tools and hold regular check-ins to understand and address the needs and concerns of your team and clients.
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7️⃣ Mistakes: 🚀
Cultivate a safe space where mistakes are seen as a launchpad for growth and learning.
Encourage reflection and learning from failures to continually improve and innovate.
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By embedding these principles, companies can build and sustain a culture that not only aligns with organizational goals but also promotes a conducive and engaging work environment for all.
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📰 Article of the week
Top 5 Priorities for HR Leaders in 2024 (ebook)
Gartner asked 520 HR leaders about their priorities in 2024.
They shared 5 actionable insights to tackle challenges and plan for success next year:
Leader and manager development
Organizational culture
HR technology
Change management
Career management and internal mobility
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That’s it for today.
Have a great week,
Iwo & the Remote-First Institute team 💙
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