I couldn't agree more with this perspective on company culture. This video underscores the profound impact of organisational culture, emphasizing that it truly begins in the "basement" or wherever employees enter the workplace. Every interaction, from the first 'hello' to the meetings in the boardroom, shapes this culture. Even the buttons in the elevator can inadvertently reinforce hierarchy. At King Price, we maintain a flat organisational structure, acknowledging that one's role doesn't dictate their importance. This video excellently conveys how culture flows to every aspect of the workplace. #OrganizationalCulture #WorkplaceEtiquette #KingPriceInsurance
I often say that culture begins in the basement and ends in the boardroom. And by ‘basement’ I mean wherever your employees park in the morning or enter your building. Every interaction from that point on plays a role in determining your company’s culture. It starts with a friendly ‘hello’ even for the people you don’t know, starting with the security staff and ending with your CEO. Tomorrow morning, have a look at the buttons in your lift. Whether or not it’s true, there’s a commonly-held perception in many companies that the floor you’re on shows your ‘ranking’ in the company. The numbers serve to separate people. That’s why, at King Price Insurance, we strive to maintain an organisational hierarchy that’s as flat as possible. Your desk might be on the top floor but that doesn’t mean you’re any more important than the receptionist on ground. And just because you use our boardrooms doesn’t mean that ‘basement etiquette’ doesn’t apply to you. Here's a short video explaining how culture starts in the basement and ends in the boardroom, and how the attitude you bring with you to work every morning affects your culture. #culture
