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    Understanding Company Culture

    BY ALISON DOYLE
     
    Updated October 29, 2018
     
    What is company culture and how does it impact the workplace? Company culture is the personality
    of a company. It defines the environment in which employees work. Company culture includes a
    variety of elements, including work environment, company mission, value, ethics, expectations, and
    goals.
     
    For example, some companies have a team-based culture with employee participation on all levels,
    while others have a more traditional and formal management style. Other companies have a casual
    workplace without many rules and regulations. 
     
    Google is an example of an organization with a clear company culture. According to the website, the
    company still feels like a small company with an informal atmosphere, even though it has grown
    tremendously:
     
    At lunchtime, almost everyone eats in the office café, sitting at whatever table has an opening and
    enjoying conversations with Googlers from different teams… Every employee is a hands-on
    contributor… no one hesitates to pose questions directly to Larry or Sergey in our weekly all-hands
    (“TGIF”) meetings – or spike a volleyball across the net at a corporate officer.
     
    Why Company Culture Matters
     
    Company culture is important to employees because workers are more likely to enjoy their time in the
    workplace when they fit in with the company culture.
     
    Employees tend to enjoy work when their needs and values are consistent with those in the
    workplace. They tend to develop better relationships with coworkers and are even more productive.
    On the other hand, if you work for a company where you don’t fit in with the company culture, you are
    likely to take far less pleasure out of your work. For example, if you prefer to work independently, but
    work for a company that emphasizes teamwork (or has shared office spaces), you are likely to be
    less happy and less efficient.
     
    When you work at a company with a traditional management style your job responsibilities will be
    clearly defined, and there may not be opportunities to advance without going through a
    formal promotion or transfer process. At a more casual workplace, employees often have the
    opportunity to take on new projects, and additional roles, as time permits. 
     
    If you're looking for a company that's fun to work for, the company culture will be a big component of
    your decision making when evaluating prospective employers.
     
    Company culture is important to employers too because workers who fit in with the company culture
    are likely to not only be happier, but more productive. When an employee fits in with the culture, they
    are also likely to want to work for that company for longer. Thus, employers can improve productivity
    and employee retention through a strong office culture.
     

    I WAS IN THE AREA / I STAY IN THE AREA


    As a manager, how do you let your employees know your expectations?
    How do you set clear expectations for your employees.

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