How culture drives business—and why it warrants your full attention
An organization thrives or fails because of its people and their collective understanding and embrace of its mission. Here’s how to cultivate and sustain that alignment.
Is culture accidental, a simple byproduct of the way work is done?
Perhaps at one time it was. Today, however, corporate culture is a hot topic of discussion not only in HR but also in the boardroom. Culture is increasingly a strategic imperative, purposefully designed for organizational success.
From personnel to human resources to employee experience, leaders responsible for the human side of business continue to find new ways to deliver a competitive edge that generates results, market share and increased valuations on Wall Street.
Culture comprises an organization’s values and the people who bring those values to life. Strategic talent acquisition is key to the successful care, feeding and nurturing of culture.
Ask yourself these key questions:
Analytics and data-driven insights help organizations evaluate potential leaders based on experience, skills and other measurable merits, which can then assist with mentor pairings and provide insights that inform policies.
The drivers that support organizational values and help build a sustainable culture attract the talent needed to remain competitive and expand the business. HR has long known that talent drives business and that culture attracts and retains talent.
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