A company can be equipped with the best management software, the most innovative machines and win more customers, but if there isn't a positive working environment, productivity can plummet.
So that this doesn't happen and everyone is rowing in the same direction, we're going to help you create a good working environment in your company.
How do you create a positive and productive work environment?
To create or improve the working environment within your company, look for:
Encourage clear and constructive communication
At this point, you may be wondering what communication should look like in the workplace. We answer: by encouraging clear and, above all, always constructive communication.
In order for the work to be carried out in accordance with the company's expectations, it must promote clear and objective communicationSince this will not only help creating good relations between all employeesIt will also make a decisive contribution to increasing motivation, performance and, consequently, productivity.
Strengthening the collective (while respecting individuality)
In team sports, it's said that a player wins games, but it's the team that wins championships. Although there is no championship to win, a company is stronger the more united and respected its workers are.
So, respect differences of opinion or perspective and value the idiosyncrasies of each member of your team in order to transform what could be potential sources of tension into opportunities for growth, learning and sharing.
Sharing knowledge and ideas
Following on from the previous point, we're using the theme of "sharing" to encourage the sharing of knowledge and ideas within the company.
The greater the diversity and representativeness of opinions within your work environment, the better professionals you will have at your service.
Encouraging corporate volunteering
It is often said that "work is work, cognac is cognac"But it is possible to combine these two dimensions in actions of a social nature, such as corporate volunteering.
In addition to strengthening collaboration in the workplace, o corporate volunteering gets your team members to wear the company shirt to carry out actions with a social and cultural purpose.
Maintaining a positive attitude
The day-to-day life of an organisation is full of challenges and problems that, from the outset, seem unsolvable. As you can see, these moments can lead to discouragement and low productivity.
However, regardless of the pressure and the scale of the challenges, it must maintain and encourage a positive and constructive approach. This means focussing on solutions rather than problems, thereby creating opportunities for innovation to emerge.
Thus, if the spirit of trust and free exchange of ideas has been properly promoted, creativity, satisfaction and commitment are maximised and the working environment benefits, even in less positive or challenging situations.
Promoting a homogeneous organisation
The way the work teams in your company are organised has a direct impact on the working environment and productivity.
In this sense, it is it is important that these teams are as homogeneous as possible in terms of skillsyears of experience, age and status.
Have a common goal
For the best collaboration in the workplace, it is important that your employees are fully involved in the dynamics and objectives of the company and contribute to its growth.
In addition to their commitment to carrying out their duties, each members of the work team must have the autonomy and acceptance to be able to put forward ideas for improvement and develop actions that promote better results for the company or organisation.
UNICRE, a team of professionals who help unlock the future
A UNICRE recognised for its innovation, mainly digital, it connects people, companies and technology to create unique payment experiences.
Leonor Barros, Human Resources director, emphasises the integration of this vision into people management as well, focusing on working methods that promote efficiency and simplicity.
Diversity and Talent Development
UNICRE employs more than 200 people, including 61% have higher education, maintaining gender equity with 54% women and 46% men. The average age is 45.
The company is committed to renewal of its staff through trainee programmes that attract young and innovative talentThey are essential for the continuous evolution of the business.
This effort is part of a broader strategy to deal with the new dynamics of the global labour market, which includes attracting talent in critical areas such as IT, Data and Risk.
Retention Strategies and Employer Branding
Against the trend of international remote working, UNICRE is reinforcing its employer branding through effective communicationThese include internal and external communication, strengthening the organisational culture and initiatives that promote the health and well-being of employees.
The aim is to create a working environment that favours agility, simplicity and involvementattracting professionals who can help unlock clients' futures.
Academic Interaction and Wellness Promotion
UNICRE maintains an active link with the academic world, organising internships that help make the company more attractive to future professionals.
In 2023, 27 summer internships, 28 trainee internships and 10 curricular internships were carried out, as well as promoting employee well-being with health activities and stress management workshops, demonstrating a commitment to ongoing personal and professional development.
These elements reflect UNICRE's dedication to maintaining a working environment that not only meets business needs, but also values and invests in its human capital.
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