Good to know
Three short lessons from the "Good to know" highlight on Karobar's Instagram: what a good workplace looks like, what a good manager does, and what counts as unprofessional.
What is organisational culture?
Organisational culture is the set of beliefs, values, philosophy and expectations shared by everyone in an organisation. It shapes how people think and act, and everyone who joins picks it up.
And who sets it? The managers and leaders.
What does a good work culture look like?
Room to grow
There are real chances to progress, and nobody feels stuck.
Mutual respect
Colleagues and managers respect and trust each other and say thank you. It is the mark of a healthy organisation.
A fair workload
The amount of work is reasonable and people are not under constant pressure.
Clear roles
Duties and responsibilities are defined; everyone knows who does what.
Fair pay, on time
Salaries are paid on time and match the work people are given.
Work and life in balance
There is room for a life outside work.
Job security
Stability and security are signs of a good job.
In the end, people are happy at work when relationships are healthy, between managers and staff and among colleagues. That needs everyone to be capable and to do their part.
What makes a good manager?
If you manage people, this is a checklist. If you are looking for work, these are signs to watch for in the interview and the first weeks.
- Trusts the team
- Gives regular feedback and thanks, so people know their work is seen
- Does not make sudden decisions under stress
- Appreciates people and keeps them motivated
- Divides work and duties sensibly
- Has reasonable expectations
- Talks mistakes through and looks for the cause
- Never belittles anyone and treats people with respect
- Pays salaries on time
- Pays in line with the workload and the hours
Unprofessional habits
Better avoided. Any one of them can hide even the best skills.
Running late
You arrive late to work and to meetings.
Excuses
You don't do your part and make excuses.
Personal calls
You spend a lot of time on personal phone calls.
Disrespect
You don't respect your manager and colleagues.
Gossip
You talk behind your colleagues' backs.
Me first
You put your own interest before everything.
Hygiene
You don't look after personal hygiene.
Negativity
You have a negative attitude.
Always complaining
You are always complaining.
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