Organizational Culture (CONT’D FROM PAGE 1)
making them feel safe in their environment. An organiza- tion that provides safety for its employees earns trust, thus possessing a foundational element of a healthy, high-per- formance culture. 3. Love And Belonging Love is a fundamental emotional need for people. While this is commonly thought of as something that re- lates to relationships with friends, family, and significant others, there are also ways to fulfill this emotional require- ment in the workplace.
about their job security and expectations regarding their roles. Establishing effective lines of communication between employees and their superiors is a great way to create cer- tainty. When integrating new hires, make sure they have clarity on what their role is and what their responsibilities are. Encourage them to ask questions. For existing em- ployees, having occasional check-ins ensures they are aligned with their jobs and not struggling to fulfill their physiological needs or produce at work. 2. Safety Individuals need to feel secure both psychologically and physically in the workplace. This means that constant yelling or outbursts from superiors or colleagues cannot be tolerated. There cannot be fear of physical or psycho- logical harm. Having rules and guidelines that discourage and have consequences for this type of behavior is often necessary. Optimizing the hiring process and having the right people in the organization is also big part of promot- ing feelings of safety. If someone is incredibly capable but ruins the productivity of others by spreading fear and/or anger, they are a net negative to the organization. It is im- possible for people to be productive or creative in a state of fear. Boundaries need to also be respected. Treating peo- ple how they want to be treated goes a long way towards
An organization that has an environment of kindness, respect, and inclusivity is able to satisfy this basic human desire. CONTINUED ON PAGE 26
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