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A really insightful article in the Harvard Business Review about the importance of understanding how to retain your Top Talent in a competitive candidate market. "Great organisations and leaders know that the culture stuff is the hard stuff. Culture takes time to define. It takes work to execute. Yet, if the time is spent: (1) really understanding the behaviours expected throughout the organisation; (2) identifying the systems and processes that will continue to help those behaviours be expressed and sustained; and (3) shaping practices that help employees and the organisation become better, then you can close your culture gaps, and stop your best people from saying, “I know it’s a great culture, but I am leaving.” If you want to find out more about how the Top Employers community puts their people at the heart of their business strategy you can view our insights here: https://lnkd.in/eUZqqsaC #peopleandculture #humancentric #hrcommunity

The best workplaces transcend the traditional boundaries of the employee experience, challenging outdated leadership paradigms and driving a human-first approach. Their philosophy is simple: when you prioritize your people first, every aspect of an organization thrives. Comparably's “Best Company Culture” list, based on 15 million ratings across 70,000 companies, shows the power these human-first organizations hold. We analyzed Comparably’s list, determined by anonymous employee feedback over the course of 2023, to discover four recurring themes in the top company culture experiences: 1. A positive, inclusive, and collaborative environment. 2. Strong leadership. 3. Environments that support growth. 4. Deep connections among colleagues. Comparably's list uncovers a fundamental truth: the core of every successful organizational culture is its people — their wellbeing, growth, and sense of belonging. Successful cultures fuse these elements of positivity, leadership, growth, and connection to create an environment where the organization AND its people thrive. How does your company measure up? Are you developing a culture that uplifts, nurtures, and connects? The answer could be the key to unlocking your team’s full potential.

Is it possible to become a manager people won't want to leave? In today's dynamic workplace, fostering engagement is key to retaining top talent. Here are some actionable tips to cultivate a work environment where your team members thrive and want to stay: 1️⃣ Build Trust: Prioritize transparency and honesty in your interactions to foster trust and reliability. 2️⃣ Lead with Integrity: Set a strong example of ethical behavior for your team to follow. 3️⃣ Promote Inclusivity: Create a culture where every individual feels valued and respected. 4️⃣ Champion Learning and Development: Invest in your team's growth by providing opportunities for skill enhancement and continuous learning. 5️⃣ Embrace Innovation: Encourage creativity and welcome new ideas, fostering a culture of experimentation and learning from failures. 6️⃣ Advocate for Change: Support organizational changes and help your team adapt to evolving environments. 7️⃣ Mentorship Excellence: Guide each team member towards reaching their full potential through personalized support and encouragement. 8️⃣ Inject Fun into the Workplace: Create a positive and enjoyable work environment by incorporating elements of fun and humor into daily activities. 9️⃣ Demonstrate Genuine Leadership: Show empathy and compassion towards your team's well-being, both personally and professionally. Equip yourself with these leadership strategies to excel in inspiring employee engagement and loyalty. #LeadershipExcellence #EmployeeEngagement

🔑 Associate Retention 🤝 Retaining top talent is essential for business success! Here are key strategies to enhance associate retention: Job Satisfaction: Create engaging roles with clear responsibilities and promote work-life balance. Competitive Compensation: Offer salaries and benefits that attract and retain the best in the industry. Career Development: Provide training and pathways for advancement, enabling associates to grow alongside the organization. Positive Company Culture: Foster an inclusive, supportive environment that values connection and collaboration. Recognition & Feedback: Celebrate achievements and offer constructive feedback to encourage appreciation and improvement. Work Flexibility: Implement options like remote work and flexible hours for better work-life integration. Manager Relationships: Cultivate strong connections between managers and associates for a supportive work atmosphere. High retention boosts productivity, reduces costs, and enhances morale. Let’s create a culture of growth and balance to keep our top talent thriving! #EmployeeRetention #Leadership #CareerDevelopment #CompanyCulture #WorkplaceWellness #TalentManagement

Culture first In our latest Senior Maritime Executive Survey, we asked senior executives what mattered most to them at work. Developing or maintaining their company culture was rated at the top, an underlying factor to the future success of their business. Often described as the personality of a company and how it defines the environment in which employees work, it can also include other elements such as mission, values, purpose, ethics, expectations, and goals. Top executives are recognising the fundamental impact of company culture on the success of their business. It is vital because it directly influences leadership effectiveness, employee engagement, talent attraction and retention, business performance, and the overall reputation and sustainability of a business. Senior maritime executives are making a statement here, it means they want to lead by example and contribute to a positive and thriving work environment. Retaining talented staff was rated the second highest priority for senior executives and we understand why. Long-term employees often play an important role in upholding a company’s culture and values (senior executive’s top priority). Their presence can help maintain a positive workplace culture and reinforce a business’s mission and purpose. Retaining talent nowadays is crucial for business success, and it is tough. We all know that stability in our teams can lead to cost savings, innovation, employee morale, and long-term competitiveness. We play an important role in creating an environment that fosters talent retention and development, and ensuring that our people feel valued, rewarded, and motivated. #culturefirst #seniormaritimeexecutives #executivesearch #retainingtalent #faststream25

INVESTING IN STRATEGIES FOR CULTURE CHANGE THROUGH EMPLOYEES. Strategies for personal development are crucial for organizational success because they enhance employee skills, foster innovation, and promote adaptability. When individuals continually improve, it positively impacts team dynamics, productivity, and overall performance, ultimately driving the organization towards its goals. Additionally, investing in personal development demonstrates a commitment to employee growth, which can boost morale, retention, and attract top talent. Our organization African Institute of Development AID key mandate is to help develop individuals through implementable strategies for organizational culture change. Some of these strategies include but not limited to: 1. Mentorship and Mindset Coaching 2. Feedback and Perfomance Measurement kits 3. Cross functional emphasis 4. Rewards and Recognition When individuals are developed, mentored, allowed to grow and rewarded, the organization benefits. Remember empolyees are the organization not the branding and the logos!!!… Happy Tuesday #AimForTheA

What if we stopped referring to employees as 'resources' and started treating them as human beings? Let's explore this idea together. It's crucial to recognize employees as individuals to be valued, not just resources to be managed. Creating a nurturing and supportive work environment is essential to making this shift. First, acknowledging each employee's unique talents, aspirations, and needs fosters a culture of respect, empathy, and appreciation. Second, ensuring that employees feel genuinely welcomed. When employees feel included, valued, and understood, they become more engaged, motivated, inspired, and committed. Third, investing in their well-being, growth, and development not only benefits them as individuals but also contributes to the organization's overall success and sustainability. Ultimately, by embracing a people-first approach, organizations can cultivate a positive and productive workplace culture that benefits everyone involved. Employees are not resources to be managed; they are people to be valued. — *Adam Grant* Agree? Disagree? Let's start a conversation. Share your thoughts below. 👇 ——— ♻️ If this resonates with you, share this post and follow me (Karim Gebriel) for more insights. #HumanResources #Leadership #WorkplaceCulture

Fabulous discussions at the E3 International Agency Network “The New Agency Agenda” AGM event on Friday. Some excellent sharing of experiences, challenges and opportunities amongst this great group of agencies from around the Globe. Talent attraction, retention, culture and diversity, equity, inclusion were the big themes for the 2 day event, with some of the big debating points Friday morning being:   ➡ Significant impact that managers have on engagement and retention – people leave managers not jobs. Are leaders/managers suitably skilled to lead and manage effectively? ➡ Complexities of multi-generational and diverse teams, and how leadership approaches need to flex to get the best out of everyone. Understand what your people need to thrive. ➡ Challenges around salary expectations and how looking for other ‘benefits’ which don’t cost a lot but really make a difference to your people can help. ➡ Importance of purpose, vision, culture, EVP – both ensuring they are well articulated but most importantly that they are a lived reality. ➡ Need for smart, effective, efficient and personalised recruitment processes that accurately reflect your culture - don’t (unintentionally) pitch your culture to be something it isn’t in reality, and ensure your people involved in recruitment process are well trained. ➡ The art of getting the culture and ways of working to be right for where you are on the business (growth) journey. So valuable and enjoyable to share experiences, thoughts and ideas in working through the real challenges agency leaders are facing. Thanks to my fellow panel members Léon Milns Claire Smith Matt Smith, and for inviting me! #DEI, #CultureChange #WorkplaceCulture #EmployeeExperience

In the heart of every thriving company lies a core set of values and a vibrant culture that not only defines its identity but also significantly influences the attitudes and performance of its employees. Why Company Culture Matters: A strong company culture serves as a compass that guides employees in making decisions that align with the organization’s goals and ethos. It fosters an environment where employees feel valued and understood, leading to increased engagement, loyalty, and productivity. A positive workplace culture contributes to the overall well-being of employees, leading to lower stress levels and higher job satisfaction. In the tapestry of organizational success, the threads of culture and values are interwoven to create a fabric that colors the attitudes and behaviors of every employee. A strong company culture is not just an internal ethos; it’s a beacon that shines outward, reflecting the organization’s heart and soul to the world. It attracts the right talent, fosters innovation, and builds a resilient foundation for enduring success. As we navigate the complexities of the modern business landscape, let us remember that our culture is our legacy. It’s the story we write together, the narrative that will outlast quarterly reports and fiscal years. Let’s commit to cultivating a workplace where culture thrives, values are lived, and employees are empowered to be the best versions of themselves. #CompanyCulture #EmployeeWellbeing #OrganizationalSuccess #Leadership

In a company you can work for great managers and teams/departments but you can also unfortunately land with a toxic manager and a toxic team/department. Choose your manager wisely. #leadership #psychologicalsafety