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Workplace change comes in many forms, from a new office software program to changes in job title, management or department. How well you adapt to these shifts depends on many factors, from your personality to how the change is introduced and managed. But whatever the change and how it arrives, th...

Most workers when asked will tell you they hate office politics. One poll of 169 employees found that 61 percent of people said they only reluctantly took part in office politics, while another 20 percent said they do their best to ignore office politics whenever they can.

Every organization has a culture. Some are intentional, some accidental. Companies that claim culture is a priority but don’t back it up are just fooling themselves.

We know that workplace culture, more than strategy, contributes to business success. We also know Top Workplaces are intentional about culture.

In the workplace, unleashing potential does not require a dramatic increase to pay, perks, or benefits. And it’s not about hiring and developing superstars.

What makes a great place to work? These qualities are worth noting. They are the critical difference between company that is thriving one that is simply staying afloat.

An efficient organization makes good use of all its investments, turning a higher profit with less expense. And when people feel like they’re part of that winning team, they feel empowered to do what needs to be done for the organization’s mission.

Organizations that succeed are those that constantly improve themselves and their offerings. But don’t expect the few people at the top to be responsible for all the interesting new thinking in the organization.

When everybody in the organization is working toward a common goal, each department becomes more effective and driven.

Even among the strongest workplace cultures, employees are struggling with burnout. It is such a contagious issue that it can sneak up in unexpected ways, no matter your prevention strategy. 

Are you being intentional about creating and maintaining a culture that enables you to achieve your goals? Let’s explore three aspects that influence your workplace culture:

Your industry and your company will never stop changing, but a solid foundation of values can help hold a workplace together. Stated company values create a powerful declaration of your intentions for your organization’s culture.

It’s common for organizations to take stock of their employees at the start of the new year. They celebrate extraordinary performance and vow to fix the areas that are broken.

We have all worked with people who see the worst in everything. They always have something to complain about. So how do you combat negativity?

“I wonder what it’s really like to work there?” It’s the question on the minds of every job seeker. Maybe you’ve even had the same thought yourself.

Encouraging new ideas at work starts with your organization’s culture, and that starts with leadership.

An effective communications strategy keeps employees connected with their work, the organization, and a bigger purpose. These four quick wins will help enable two-way communication and strengthen connection within your organization:

Communication at work is more challenging than ever with so many employers operating with a remote or hybrid workforce.

Work-life flexibility is not about finding balance. It means creating a culture where employees meet the demands of their personal lives while maintaining high levels of work performance.

There are narratives in our career culture that say a good employee “finds a way through.” They tend to make a person feel like a failure if they cannot resolve things by overworking. Read on to learn more!