Know that we set the tone, pace, environment, and personality of our company. By our consistent actions, we establish what the company values and what gets rewarded. We lead by example and to a large extent, shape the culture of our organizations.
In large part, we maintain the culture.
In large part, we maintain the culture by participating in the interviewing, hiring, reviewing, and rewarding of our employees. We need to always make time for these critical activities.
Above all, we should try to create a culture where our people feel appreciated and important and where they believe that they can reach their potential – full use of their talents. William James said that “the deepest principle in human nature is the craving to be appreciated.” If we achieve such a supportive and fear-free culture, we will have created a successful company with solid retention of our employees.
Make coming to work enjoyable.
Also, make coming to work enjoyable. Identify, celebrate, and remember our companies’ victories. Capture them in stories that we repeat, especially to new hires.
Our leadership and other strengths are not worth much if we are not able to achieve leverage and results through other people. Keep reminding yourself and your management team that the greatest assets of your business are our people!
Gary Furr, MBA
Turning Complexity into Simplicity™
Author of: It’s Not Hard, It’s Business, Make Your Banker Happy, A Life Not Taken For Granted.
Business Advice for Small and Medium Enterprise Series: Impact, The Future of Work, Traction, Acceleration, Full Speed Ahead, Strengthen Your Business, Crisis Management, Covid Business Strategies
garyfurr@garyfurrconsulting.com
http://www.garyfurrconsulting.com
503-312-3145
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