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Let\u2019s imagine your company is looking for a new developer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
After some time, an applicant with one of the strongest CVs you and your HR team have ever seen applies to your ad. They\u2019ve been instrumental in many massive projects and even worked for a couple of governments, so you invite them for an interview immediately. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, after speaking to them in person, you learn they wouldn\u2019t respect two of your company\u2019s culture core values \u2014 tolerance and inclusion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
So, should you hire them and achieve amazing results but risk the unhappiness of the whole team? Or thank them for applying and look for a more suitable culture fit? <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is an ongoing dilemma among CEOs and recruiters. The company\u2019s growth period can test the board\u2019s willingness to stand behind the company\u2019s values.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We would always recommend hiring only those people who respect your company’s values and can even add something new to them in the future. <\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n This requires a careful selection process and professionals who can recognize whether a candidate would be the right fit or not. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Suppose you organize remote interviews with potential candidates. <\/p>\n\n\n\n In that case, you can arrange voice calls<\/a> or video interviews<\/a>, business communication tools, such as Pumble<\/a> by CAKE.com<\/a>, where you can ask questions related to the situations at work that could give you a clear picture of one\u2019s reaction in situations where they would need to show an understanding of the company\u2019s values. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Explore Pumble’s Video Conferencing feature<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n For example, a question such as \u201cDo you think you would be able to collaborate well with people from XYZ country\/minority group?<\/em>\u201d can tell you a lot about one\u2019s openness and tolerance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Or, a question like \u201cHow can we further advance our employees’ benefit package?\u201d<\/em> can show you whether someone would not only be a good fit for your company but also an innovator who can offer new viewpoints and ideas. <\/p>\n\n\n\n One of your employees works diligently and achieves good results with every project they take on. Recently, they closed a valuable deal that brought significant profit to the company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What would you do? <\/p>\n\n\n\n The answer is simple \u2014 publicly praise them<\/strong> in the office and via team communication channels<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Why is public praise important? Well, it shows everyone that someone\u2019s hard work and dedication are something you notice and value. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Furthermore, other colleagues can also join the public praise by congratulating them in coworker\u2019s DM<\/a> or commenting in threads<\/a>. This way, they\u2019ll make this moment even more memorable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If the good work continues, don\u2019t think too long, give them a pay raise or, if a company isn\u2019t in the position to offer a higher salary, a few days off every once in a while.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n As a result, the employee would feel appreciated and motivated to continue the good work and the company would achieve better results. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Employers often make the mistake of thinking that their higher-ups only care about profits. Meanwhile, decision-makers often think that money is the only thing that would make employees feel valued. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The reality is somewhat different. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Yes, money is important, but showing respect and care for your employees is even more important.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n \ud83d\udca1 Pumble Pro Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n To see some additional ways of providing employee recognition, check out the following article:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Strengthen teams and simplify work with Pumble \u2014 the all-in-one communication app by CAKE.com.<\/p>\n\n After a steady rise, an influx of new employees who joined your flourishing company,, and a golden age for business development, your company has gone through some rough times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The huge worldwide business crisis has taken its toll on your business, as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n There is not enough money for additional employees, raises or new equipment, but current employees still work hard to achieve everything the board has planned. <\/p>\n\n\n\n They are sure that better times will come \u2014 since you still make them feel appreciated, they want to stay in the company and continue with good work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n However, one day, they see that their manager has come to work with the latest BMW he bought from his bonus while convincing them they should wait for better times for their pay raises or additional staff. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Now wait a minute \u2014 the board didn\u2019t allow any hard-working employees a raise, but the manager got a bonus high enough to buy a BMW!?<\/p>\n\n\n\n What would be their reaction?<\/p>\n\n\n\n There would be, at least, a lot of eyebrows raised within the team, for sure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The employees that have been in your company for some time would probably become unhappy and disappointed, while the new ones might become skeptical about their future in the company. <\/p>\n\n\n\n As a result, your retention rates might drop and it might become harder to find suitable additions to your team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Yes, we all strive for better pay or promotions, but a positive work culture is only possible when every single employee (especially those in higher positions) leads by example. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n In other words, if there is room for raises, great! Everybody should get it, or at least the most diligent team members. <\/p>\n\n\n\n However, if someone (particularly a manager) gets a promotion or a raise, they shouldn\u2019t show off, especially in front of those who are in a less than ideal financial position \u2014 it presents a lack of empathy and poor taste. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \ud83d\udca1 Pumble Pro Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Good managers lead by example but there are also some other values they should have. Check out the following article to see what makes a good manager: <\/p>\n\n\n\n When the crisis is over, it is time for new employees \u2014 and you got lucky, you approached a few great developers and they accepted your offers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n However, after some time, a few of your newest employees start acting rude and passive-aggressive towards others just because they might be better workers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n What do you do?<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you don\u2019t warn them at least, you risk your current employees becoming distrustful and dissatisfied with your management, while potential employees in the future might avoid your company because it doesn\u2019t stand firmly behind their values.<\/p>\n\n\n\n That\u2019s why company values have to be not only clearly stated, but also diligently implemented to foster a positive company culture<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This means \u2014 the same rules apply to all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to one research, reported by Forbes<\/a>, 87% of professionals want their next job to be in a company that promotes transparency.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Therefore, the choice is obvious \u2014 join the transparent companies club! <\/p>\n\n\n\n Ensure your old and new employees know what to expect \u2014 both in terms of their duties and what their company stands for. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Hence, make your employees learn how to earn promotions, additional time off, or other benefits that the company has to offer.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n This knowledge that stems from transparency will increase not only employees\u2019 engagement<\/a> but also retention rates. When people know what they\u2019re supposed to be doing and why they should do it, they are more likely to roll up their sleeves and actually, you know \u2014 do it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Of course, transparent communication<\/a> can only get you so far \u2014 if you don\u2019t follow up in practice and provide what you promised, your employees will be unproductive and demotivated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Practice transparent communication over Pumble<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n \ud83d\udca1 Pumble Pro Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Workplace safety (physical and mental) should be one of the priorities of any company. Check out the following articles to learn how to create it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n At one point, your company decides to introduce a new dress code \u2014 you want your employees to dress smart because you want to leave a better impression on potential customers and partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You decide to implement this change the right way \u2014 which means that your board members and other decision-makers need to invite team managers and discuss how potential company culture changes would influence the employees’ well-being or attitude towards work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n So, that\u2019s exactly what you do \u2014 your board organizes meetings with managers (and even employees) months before an official introduction to see how the employees should benefit from that and whether they like the idea or not. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If everything goes smoothly and professionals like it, the news would be officially announced weeks before. <\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition, employees are going to be reminded a day before to avoid possible miscommunication<\/a> and misunderstandings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The same rules apply to the more serious changes in work policies, as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n However, every change has to be planned and communicated efficiently<\/a> and clearly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Over time, your company has grown to the point where it needs to expand to new markets such as South Asia or Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n And it approaches employees in the same way as it does in Europe and America. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cNo worries<\/em>\u201d, said your main recruiter, \u201cWe will lure exciting and young Asian and African prospects with time off for Independence Day! Americans love it, I don\u2019t see why they wouldn\u2019t like these benefits, as well.<\/em>\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n You can only imagine what the results of this job ad would be \u2014 most likely 1 applicant (who applied by mistake) and 0 new employees \u2014 because people worldwide don\u2019t celebrate American Independence Day, they have their own holidays. <\/p>\n\n\n\n To avoid situations like this, your recruiters need to see what professionals worldwide value the most and what principles and requirements you should include in your company culture. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This awareness of people\u2019s needs and willingness to incorporate their values into the company culture can result in great things, such as: <\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s a good idea to always keep your finger on the pulse of industry trends to stay aware of employees\u2019 needs and social trends.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n \ud83d\udca1 Pumble Pro Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n To learn how to adapt communication so it aligns with your company culture and cater to international teams, check out the following article: <\/p>\n\n\n\n Strengthen your team. Try Pumble, the all-in-one communication app.<\/p>\n\n Nurturing a positive company culture in a growing company requires dedication and time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n However, it is easier when you have an efficient business communication app, such as Pumble<\/a> by CAKE.com, at your disposal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Apart from the fact that it allows you to have flawless communication and use a variety of reactions and emojis<\/a> that would contribute to the positive atmosphere at work, you can always return to your old messages and files<\/a>, go through them, and check every aspect of your company culture, thanks to unlimited message history<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Most importantly, you can record your workshops or important meetings, and show them later to new employees during onboarding sessions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you like what you have read and want to try Pumble yourself \u2014 sign up for Pumble today! <\/p>\n\n\n\n And if you\u2019re in need of more tools that will ensure peak productivity for your team, <\/em>try the CAKE.com Productivity Bundle<\/em><\/a> and get access to Clockify, our time tracking app, and Plaky, our project management software.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n#2 Employees feel valued<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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#4 Job descriptions and organization values are transparent<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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#5 Changes in company culture are communicated clearly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
#6 Company culture is always in accordance with the needs of employees<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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