An Important Way to Improve Company Culture

One of the best ways a leader can improve their company’s culture is through their example. Do you live, act, and behave the way you want your people to?

If a leader’s actions are not regularly in line with the messages they share or the expectations and standards they set, it will negatively impact culture.   

Of course leading by example is easier said than done. After all, leaders are human too, subject to missteps and blunders. However, there is a difference between an occasional mistake and intentional, repetitive actions and behaviors that fly in the face of what the company purports to stand for.  

For leaders, actions and words speak loudly. For this reason, you must be mindful of the example you are setting both in word and deed. Those you lead will follow the example you set in unexpected ways.

Leaders who work hard to epitomize what their company stands for will not only become more respected leaders, but they will significantly strengthen their company’s culture.

To learn more about  creating a great company culture, check out my  book, Be an Awesome Boss.