We are halfway through our so-called “transition year.” The term new normal has proved to be misleading, as both people and businesses have not reverted right back to where we were before the pandemic. 2021 was supposed to be that year of reshaping, where your organization’s inner circle gets together and collectively discusses, “what now?” However, whether or not your team has made a consensus, the way we work has been changing and our workforce is changing with it. Online or in-person, workplace culture still plays a key factor in the production level and dedication of leadership and staff.
In order to maintain that connection with employees through the rest of the year and beyond, a positive culture needs to be at the center of your business. Take a look at ways company culture is changing in 2021.
Digital Spaces
You knew we were going to discuss working from home, and you were right. The popularity of digital work and online spaces goes beyond installing Slack or Microsoft Teams. Your work processes, from onboarding to training, must also be digital. No one is going to mail in that paperwork. An automated virtual system is a necessity.
DIY World
Especially when working from home, there’s added pressure to keep your mind in shape in order to maintain your career. Digital learning tools, like Thrive, put the power of learning directly in the hands of employees. Without any guidance needed from a boss, employees can take charge of their own professional development. Whether that’s participating in a workshop or taking eLearning courses on their phone, putting employees in control of their own development establishes trust and value in the workplace.
A Need for Transparency
Sharing information builds a sense of trust within an organization. But a culture of transparency extends beyond a check-in with the boss. Transparency between leadership and employees, employees and leadership, and different departments naturally inspires innovation and brings new ideas to the table.
Gamification
Gamification is exactly what it sounds like. To spice things up, some companies are adding game-like elements to mundane tasks like a score, badges, or even friendly competition. In the learning space, gamification has been proven time and time again to increase engagement and knowledge retention. As opposed to absorbing a PowerPoint or a lecture, gamification makes learning enticing, a challenge in the best sense of the word. Use of points, goals, and challenges can make everyday tasks worthwhile.
A positive culture is one that is listening, learning, and growing. The right digital tools make the implementation of core values and key processes that much easier for you and your staff. Take a look at how Thrive is shaking up the workplace to learn more.