Create A Positive Workplace Culture.pptx
- 1. How to Create A Positive Workplace Culture Presented By : Mr. Navneet Agarwal
- 2. Positive Workplace Culture Culture is the environment that surrounds us all the time. A workplace culture is the shared values, belief systems, attitudes and the set of assumptions that people in a workplace share. This is shaped by individual upbringing, social and cultural context. In a workplace, however, the leadership and the strategic organizational directions and management influence the workplace culture to a huge extent. A positive workplace culture improves teamwork, raises the morale, increases productivity and efficiency, and enhances retention of the workforce. Job satisfaction, collaboration, and work performance are all enhanced. And, most importantly, a positive workplace environment reduces stress in employees.
- 3. 1.Establish clear ethos and values for the organization: It is important to have a set of clear organizational core values that are communicated effectively and discussed with the employees so that they feel part of it. It is crucial that demonstrable actions are taken regularly so that the employees feel an individual and personal responsibility towards these values. This will ensure that they can evaluate their own attitudes towards these positive core values, and take pride in them. Positive attitudes and positive actions make for a positive workplace culture.
- 4. Leadership and management style that encourages teamwork, open and honest communication is vital to creating a positive feeling in the workplace. Open and honest communication also means that regular audits are taken to evaluate how people are interacting with each other, feedback is welcomed and taken on board, and opportunities for social interaction are enabled. These can include coffee mornings, team getaways and family weekends. Continued learning opportunities enabling team members to assess their inherent unconscious and implicit biases that can impact their interactions with other employees are crucial. 2.Faster collaboration and communication:
- 5. Create an inclusive work environment: A positive workplace is one where all the employees are valued, supported and nurtured irrespective of gender, sexual orientation or color. All employees should have equal opportunities to progress and equal access to all the perks and rewards on offer. An inclusive workplace is one that values individual differences in the workforce and makes them feel welcome and accepted. Language can create confusion and miscommunication. Careful use of language that reinforces the gender-conscious and inclusive ethos, such as that emphasizing the function of space rather than the gender identity of users is important.
- 6. 4.Create clear goals and rewards for the employees: The survey by Deloitte showed that 83% of executives and 84% of employees rank having engaged and motivated employees as the top factor that substantially contributes to a company’s success. Motivated and engaged employees can be created if they are treated equally and have clear goals that they can work towards. Having a transparent policy for progression and promotion offers the staff an opportunity to measure their performance. Measurable performance indicators will mean that there would be healthy competition, but this kind of honest policy statement would help avoid negative feelings and resentment amongst the team members towards each other. When goals are positively reinforced, and achievements are recognized and celebrated, it leads to employees feeling valued which in turn creates a positive feeling in the workplace.
- 7. A positive culture in the workplace is essential for fostering a sense of pride and ownership amongst the employees. When people take pride, they invest their future in the organization and work hard to create opportunities that will benefit the organization. By identifying and rewarding those who are actively striving towards creating a positive work culture, and supporting others around them, companies can encourage others to do the same. Positive attitudes and behavior in the workplace are the direct results of effective leadership and a positive management style.
- 8. Characteristics of a Positive Workplace Culture 1. Good, Clear Communication 2. Opportunities for Growth 3. Culture of Collaboration 4. Reward Systems 5. Strong Purpose and Core Values
- 9. Good, Clear Communication Nothing is more frustrating for an employee than ambiguous job expectations, which is what makes effective communication one of the most important things for a positive workplace culture. A positive workplace culture values clear and open communication among employees and between employees and management. This means everyone knows what’s expected of them and how to communicate their ideas and concerns effectively. Managers shouldn’t make themselves inaccessible but should instead strive to give their employees frequent feedback on performance. Employees themselves should also be encouraged to communicate with each another and be provided with the proper tools to do so. All company communication should stick to three
- 10. Opportunities for Growth The best employees want more than to just punch a time clock each day for a paycheck. They want a chance to better themselves and grow on the job. Companies with a positive work environment provide employees with clear expectations for advancement and the tools and training needed for success. This can be done by establishing on-the- job training programs and creating specific goals for employees to reach promotions and raises.
- 11. Culture of Collaboration Humans are social beings who thrive on working together as a team. Companies that encourage collaboration help foster a camaraderie among employees that boosts both performance and morale. Creating a sense of unity makes employees feel like they are working for something bigger than themselves.
- 12. Reward Systems Recognizing good work is an important morale booster and helps encourage employee engagement. Employers should have a formal reward system in place that provides other benefits to employees who help meet company objectives. Informal rewards—like notes, special events, or gifts—can also make employees feel valued without greatly affecting a company’s bottom line.
- 13. Strong Purpose and Core Values Creating a sense of purpose among employees is a key ingredient for any sustainable business. Building a purpose- driven culture starts first with a set of core values that are then reflected in the company’s long-term goals. For businesses with successful, purpose-driven cultures, the company’s core values are much more than just bland mission statements printed on the back of the employee handbook. These values should be woven into every one of the company’s actions. Core values give employees a clear reason for their work and can also help uplift the company at large.
- 14. Managers who invest in their employees. Most people think money is the primary reason people quit their jobs. However, a recent study by Gallup found that managers are responsible for up to 60 percent of all the reasons people quit. Companies that have created a great work environment are often made up of leaders and managers who truly value their employees and are committed to helping them grow personally and professionally.
- 15. Clarity and condor when communicating with employees. Ambiguity, uncertainty, and gossip are toxic in any work environment. When employees aren’t sure about their responsibilities, what success looks like, and how they’re performing, it’s really difficult for them to show up with a desire to “lean in” and give 100%. On the other hand, work becomes meaningful to employees when they know how their work contributions affect the organization. Companies that have created a great work environment are absolutely clear with employees. They avoid inter-office gossip that talks about employees rather than to them.
- 16. Investing in what it takes to create a great work environment can seem like a lot of work. It’s a lot more work than buying an espresso machine for the office. It’s far easier for a leader to say, “Employees just need to get over it, show up to work, and do their job.” However, taking the time and effort to create a great work environment is worth it. Thank You !!