An inclusive culture is key to creating a desirable work environment and decreasing staff turnover. There needs to be a conscious effort from the leaders of the company – and it needs to start with them.

As we continue to live with COVID-19, and working from home or in a hybrid situation is the “new normal”, it is important to schedule times when everyone can physically meet. It can be as simple as one day a week to attend important meetings or even chat over a couple of drinks. Strong bonds, a sense of community and close-knitted teams are more easily formed in face-to-face meetings rather than over video calls.

During meetings, department heads can ask for everyone’s opinion when it comes to certain topics, especially if it directly involves them. It’s also a good idea to encourage inter-department meetings between members of the business who don’t normally work together. There may be some friction as people sometimes prefer to stick to themselves, but it can be very beneficial to create an inclusive culture in the long run.

Full Article: Dynamic Business