How to foster a positive work environment and corporate culture?
The right atmosphere within a company will first and foremost depend on hiring the right people, but it does not stop there. For instance, nobody wants to work in an overly bureaucratic or anonymous organisation. Removing barriers and having clear and established open communication channels throughout a company is therefore important. People want to feel valued and recognised and this recognition must come from colleagues and management. Businesses should encourage knowledge sharing and reward creativity. Team building around common interests and objectives also supports a corporate culture that employees value. “Retention is critical and has changed over the decades,” says Goodman. “The life-long single-employer philosophy has been replaced by a highly motivated generation who are looking for changing experiences, growth and relationships. Our industry offers this and more. No two days are alike.” Law firm Appleby aims to retain talent by making the Cayman office a place that people e
