Spot It.
In the early days, everyone knew each other and shared the same values without having to talk about them. Now there are new faces, different shifts and less personal connection. Long-time employees say it doesn't feel the same, and newer people don't know what they are missing.
Sight It.
Culture used to be passed along through daily contact with the owner. As the company grows, that contact thins out. The values were never written down. New hires learn the culture from whoever happens to train them, good habits and bad. And there is no deliberate effort to protect what made the company special in the first place.
Solve It.
Protect what matters most:
- Ask long-time employees what made the company special.
- Write down three to five values in plain language.
- Use them in hiring, onboarding and recognition.
- Share stories that show the values in action.
- Make time for the owner and leaders to connect with the whole team.
Culture grows when it is taught on purpose.
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