More and more companies are adopting office culture that values work-life balance and more flexible environments. By the same token, more and more companies are missing the mark by thinking healthy office culture means plopping a beanbag chair in the middle of the room and having beer on tap.
What makes a good organizational culture?
So if it’s not about interior design and pool tables, what defines good office culture? In the end, the company’s personality is what makes the work experience either barely bearable or exciting and stimulating. Here are 6 important values that top-tier companies possess.
1. Trust
When trust is shared amongst a team, that’s where the magic happens. It’s so refreshing for both team leads and employees to trust that the team is working hard to get the job done. At LeverageIT we all share the same end goal of creating a positive experience for our clients. This leads us to the next point.
2. A like-minded team
Soundboarding, brainstorming, leadership, innovating. There’s nothing that feels more fulfilling than working alongside coworkers that share the same vision as you. Sharing the same values and interests facilitates growth within the team; and that will always be evident to clients, consumers and other businesses. Leverage.it is proud to have a tight-knit team that also accepts and learns from one another in our differences. It is one of our main guiding principles to be open and non-judgmental of all viewpoints, beliefs, and lifestyles. We stand behind our team.
3. Flexibility
Flexibility is important in allowing the team to grow personally. This will mean different things for different companies. For us it means supporting our employees in all parts of the world, and promoting work-life balance. It has already been proven that happier employees make for better employees. As of recent, companies have been adopting initiatives such as healthy living challenges for incentives, but we like to shamelessly brag about having held this value from the inception of our company.
4. Space for growth
This goes hand-in-hand with trust. When a company has carefully selected its team, trust is easily built. The more trust there is in within an office, the more free reign there will be for everyone to bring their vision to life, as a means to propel the company forward. Growth means the freedom to come up with a crazy idea and run with it.
5. Passion and positivity
No, not in the fake, cheerleading kind of way. Genuine positivity and passion will spread through an office like wildfire. Sometimes it only takes one person to start the domino effect. Good morale is also highly impactful when it trickles down from those who are taking on strong leadership roles.
6. Social initiatives
This is so painfully obvious, but for good reason. Companies must build relationships through social initiatives. Company outings are not uncommon because of the impact that healthy interpersonal relationships have on a company’s productivity.
Consider this…
Don’t let in-office go-kart and exposed brick fool you. There are plenty of companies with cool amenities, with not-so-cool environments. The office vibe has been, and always will be a massive contributing factor to what makes a company successful.
What values do you value when working with a company? Leave a comment down below.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is “beanbag chair office culture”?
“Beanbag chair office culture” refers to the trend where companies focus on superficial perks like quirky furniture, beer on tap, or games in the office, believing these create a healthy workplace culture. While fun amenities can boost morale temporarily, they often overlook the deeper values that truly foster a positive and productive work environment.
Why is trust important in office culture?
Trust is a cornerstone of a successful office culture because it fosters collaboration, reduces stress, and encourages employees to take initiative. When team members trust each other, they work more effectively toward shared goals.
How does office culture impact employee happiness?
Office culture influences employee happiness by creating an environment where individuals feel valued, supported, and inspired. Positive elements such as flexibility, growth opportunities, and social initiatives can increase job satisfaction and productivity.
Can amenities like beanbag chairs and beer on tap improve office culture?
While amenities like beanbag chairs and beer taps may add a fun touch, they don’t define or improve office culture on their own. True office culture comes from deeper values such as trust, teamwork, and leadership, rather than superficial perks.
What are the key elements of a strong office culture?
A strong office culture includes trust, a like-minded team, flexibility, opportunities for growth, genuine passion and positivity, and social initiatives. These elements collectively foster a productive and enjoyable workplace.
