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Hindsight would be such a formidable superpower, wouldn’t it? Well, sometimes when we look back at events that happened invariably if we are looking back at them then they have probably shaped our views and approaches since that particular event. Rarely do we take the time to revisit what went well and examine how we might replicate it for future success. Instead, we often adopt the post-mortem approach and consider why did certain things happen the way they did and ask ourselves the much-asked question ‘If I had my time again, what would I do differently?

What separates a successful company from an unsuccessful one? While there are many factors, company culture plays a significant role. Characteristics of successful companies include a high level of teamwork and engagement – but what drives this? In this article, I take a look at what culture is, why it matters, and how to build it.

Company culture is more than just a warm fuzzy feeling – it’s essential to organisational success. At its core, company culture is made up of the values and mission that bind your team together, and this in turn drives them to achieve their goals. It sets out the type of relationships, behaviours, and attitudes that you as an organisation want to embody. That’s why it’s so important: because values aren’t something that can be enforced – they have to be shared and embraced by everyone in the company.

Did you know that April is Stress Awareness Month? So it only seems fitting that we talk about this! Stress is a common issue experienced by many individuals, especially those in the business world. But did you know that prolonged stress can affect our personal performance, physical health, and mental well-being? As business leaders, it’s essential to understand how stress impacts our employees and our own personal performance. Let’s dive into the effects of stress and why worrying never helps anyone and explore ways you, as a business leader, can manage stressors effectively!