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Culture Accountability: Why it is Essential in Creating a Strong Company Culture

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Having a strong company culture is essential for the success of any organization. A company culture encompasses the shared values, attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors that define an organization and influence the way its employees interact and work together.

However, creating a strong company culture is not easy. Why? It requires a concerted effort from all levels of the organization. One key component of this effort is a dedication to culture accountability.

What is culture accountability, you ask? Sabrina, our Culture Works L&D Specialist here at Culture Works, dives into all the details in the video below.

Read on to learn more about what culture accountability is, why it is important, and how it can contribute to creating a strong and thriving company culture.

Understanding Culture Accountability: What is it and Why is it Essential?

There are many different parts of a company culture that need to work together in order to create a successful organization —  culture operations, HR operations, and culture accountability. 

First things first, what is culture accountability? At Culture Works, we like to think of it like this: culture accountability is all about taking the operational piece of culture and taking it one step further to ensure that the pieces that are in place are actually happening. 

In simpler terms, it’s about making sure that what an organization says it stands for is actually reflected in its actions and behavior.

For example, if one of the company values is quality, culture accountability is helping to enforce and reassure that the behaviors and traits that you’re seeing from your employees when they’re performing their role day-to-day are actually in alignment with that value of quality.

Why Is Culture Accountability Essential for a Strong Company Culture?

Building a strong company culture involves more than just providing fun perks and activities for employees. It requires creating a shared set of beliefs, values, and behaviors that guide how the organization operates.

One crucial aspect of building a strong company culture is ensuring that everyone in the organization is accountable for upholding those shared values and behaviors. This includes not only ensuring that the team understands their roles and responsibilities but also that they are aligned with the company’s overall values and vision.

In other words, culture accountability involves aligning individual roles with the company’s overall values and goals, so that everyone is working towards the same objectives. This ensures that everyone is working together cohesively, which ultimately helps to create a stronger and more successful company culture.

The Interconnectedness of Company Culture: How Culture Accountability Fits In

Every aspect of a company culture is interconnected. This means that if you’re missing one piece, you’re not getting everything you need from your organization or your people. 

For instance, your company’s purpose plays a pivotal role in the kind of people you attract. You want to ensure that your employees are in sync with your organization’s purpose and are working towards the same vision you have for your company. This is also tied to your processes, including culture and HR operations. These processes determine how you get things done and are instrumental in aligning with your company’s purpose.

When all these pieces fall into place, you can rest assured that your company is reaching its full potential. Accountability, operations, alignment with roles and values, and more are integral components of a successful company culture. If you’re missing one of these, you’re not getting everything you need from your organization or your people. By prioritizing and interconnecting these aspects, you can create a powerful and thriving company culture that will drive your business to greater heights.

How to Implement Culture Accountability 

Implementing culture accountability requires a systematic approach that involves all levels of the organization. Here are some practical steps that you can take to implement culture accountability in your company:

Define Your Values and Behaviors

The first step in creating a culture of accountability is to define the values and behaviors that you want to see in your organization. This involves defining your company’s purpose, mission, vision, and values, and then translating those values into specific behaviors that your employees can follow.

Communicate Your Expectations

 Once you have defined your values and behaviors, it’s important to communicate them clearly to your employees. Make sure that everyone understands what is expected of them and how they can contribute to the company’s culture.

Lead by Example

Culture accountability starts at the top. Leaders must model the behavior they want to see in their employees. This means holding themselves accountable for their actions and being transparent about their decisions.

Measure Your Progress

 To ensure that your efforts are making a difference, you need to measure your progress regularly. This can involve tracking employee engagement, conducting culture surveys, and analyzing performance metrics.

Address Gaps

 When you identify gaps in your culture, it’s important to address them quickly. This can involve providing additional training, revising policies and procedures, or making changes to your hiring practices.

By following these steps, you can create a culture of accountability that fosters a sense of ownership and responsibility among your employees. With everyone working towards the same goals, you can build a strong and thriving company culture that drives your business forward.

In Summary

Overall, creating a strong company culture is an essential part of running a successful business. By focusing on culture accountability and making sure that all of the different pieces are falling into place, you can help ensure that your company is reaching its full potential. This requires hard work, dedication, and a willingness to be honest about where you are falling short, but the rewards of a strong company culture are well worth it in the end!

Need Some Help With Culture Accountability?

At Culture Works, we want to partner with your company to create success for your team– whatever that looks like for your specific company. Our passionate HR team has the experience you need in culture ops and hospitality to create success. Our approach is centered upon the importance to humanize, customize, and simplify. We believe in what we do, and we want to help your company operationalize culture, talent, and HR to create ongoing success. 

Read on to learn more about what we do. Then, read on to learn why hiring the right people can lead your business to success in a recession.

April 16, 2023
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