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Company culture is not defined by mission statements. It’s shaped by how people feel about their work. And Sunday evening is a critical moment for your people. That’s when they start thinking about the week ahead: ↳ How do they feel? ↳ Do they look forward to Monday? ↳ Or do they feel worried or anxious? ✅ If your people feel excited for the week: It means they trust the purpose behind their work and believe in what they’re doing. ❌ But if they feel worried, unsure, or disconnected: That shows there’s something in your company culture that needs to change. So, how do you change this? 1️⃣ Build real relationships, not just task lists ⤅ Culture thrives when leaders connect with their teams ⤅ When you show you care about your people... ⤅ You build more trust and drive better results 2️⃣ Focus on the team, not just the individual ⤅ Great cultures are built when everyone works together ⤅ People are more motivated and committed when... ⤅ They feel part of something bigger than themselves 3️⃣ Celebrate the small wins ⤅ Recognizing effort & progress keeps people motivated ⤅ Cultures that regularly celebrate small successes... ⤅ Keep morale high and encourage continued growth 4️⃣ Give your team space to make decisions ⤅ Allowing people to have control makes them feel valued ⤅ When employees have the freedom to make choices... ⤅ They’re more invested in their work and their company 5️⃣ Make things clear and simple ⤅ Culture is strongest when everyone knows their role ⤅ Clear communication and simple goals help people... ⤅ Stay focused and feel connected to what’s important Culture isn’t just about what you say. It’s about what you do and how you make your people feel every day. Are you ready to take action and build a stronger culture? ♻️ Share it to inspire leaders to take action on culture change, and follow Andrea Petrone for more.
To build a culture that truly inspires, you’ve got to walk the talk and show your people that they are valued, that their opinions matter, and that they are part of something bigger than just the work itself. Great reminder, Andrea
Creating a culture where people feel valued and connected is essential for growth. When leaders prioritize relationships and clarity, they empower teams to thrive and innovate together.
Sunday scaries, or Monday motivation? Culture is the heartbeat, not just the mission. Andrea Petrone
People's emotional response on Sunday evening may vsry greatly due to personal circumstances, personality traits, or individual experiences. This diversity makes it challenging to draw broad conclusions about workplace culture based solely on Sunday evening emotions.
Culture isn’t what is written down, it’s how your people feel. When they feel valued, and part of something bigger, that’s when the good stuff happens.
How your employees feel on a Sunday night should tell you a lot about your company’s culture.
Andrea, your insights brilliantly capture the essence of what truly defines a thriving company culture. The reminder that culture is felt, not just written in mission statements, is particularly profound. Focusing on relationships, clarity, and celebrating small wins aligns perfectly with building meaningful trust and engagement within teams. Thank you for sharing these actionable steps to create a workplace where people genuinely look forward to Mondays.
Leadership in the 21st century is all about emotional intelligence. Understanding how you and your team feels is making the difference.
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