As a leader, your primary responsibility is to ensure a productive workplace culture.

Company culture is the invisible hand that guides the behavior, attitudes, and performance of your employees. It’s the soil in which your organization either thrives or struggles to grow. Have you taken a moment to assess whether your workplace culture is fostering growth or stifling progress? Consider the atmosphere in your office: Are your employees overwhelmed and stressed? Is there a disconnect between stated values and everyday actions? Do you notice signs of hostility, prevalent gossip, or difficult personalities dominating the environment? Or is performance simply not where it should be?

Or do you see a workplace where employees thrive, where they show up enthusiastic and motivated to work, and where each individual is contributing to their fullest potential? This is the ideal that many leaders strive for, but achieving it in the post-pandemic climate has been challenging for many leaders.

A revealing statistic published by @wired indicates that a staggering 70% of the 31,000 people surveyed struggle with the pace and volume of their work. The reason this is happening is often because people are stuggling with Capacity Management. Ignoring these signs leads to burnout, turnover, and a toxic work environment that hampers both performance and the culture of the entire organization.

So, how can you gauge the health of your company culture? Start by asking. We have created a very simple yet powerful free culture survey you can offer your team to get an honest glimpse into what’s really going on. The complimentary, confidential survey is designed by Senior Executive Researcher Tracey Castle (TBWA/Chiat/Day, Lieberman, Activision) to uncover real insights into employee well-being at your company. It’s an invaluable tool for any business serious about creating a healthy, high-performance work environment.

Once you discover how your employees perceive their work environment and where improvements are needed, you can address any issues head-on, you can foster a culture that not only attracts top talent but also retains and nurtures them.

Building a thriving company culture is not a one-time effort but an ongoing journey. Regularly soliciting feedback, acting on it, and demonstrating a commitment to your employees’ well-being are key steps in this process. Make your organization a place where people are excited to come to work each day, and watch as your business reaps the rewards of a motivated and engaged workforce.