Encouraging a Casual Start-up Culture

Start-up companies are known for their energy and fast pace as well as their casual atmosphere.   The culture is casual, the staff is engaged, and problems are solved at lightning speed.  Do you manage a team in a more traditional setting but want to inspire the same creative energy?  Here are some tips for encouraging a start-up culture in your organization.

• Change up the physical space: A creative, start-up culture needs interactive and collaborative space.  Instead of assigned desks and offices, consider creating team “pods” or collaborative spaces where employees can interact.  Add fun colors and interesting artwork to the space to spark creativity and fun.

• Increase flexibility:  Instead of focusing on the methods and processes your employees use, focus on outcomes and solutions.  Give your team the flexibility to deliver results creatively.  Allow flexibility with work time as well.  Consider telecommuting, varied start times, and other adjustments to the 9-5 schedule.  Be flexible with the dress code too.

• Offer casual and fun activities:  Does your workspace include a dart board, a foosball table, or a space for hanging out?  Start-ups understand that fun sparks creativity.  Add events such as trivia events, social hang out time, and team building to encourage relationship development.

Encouraging a start-up culture with your team is as simple as thinking creatively and giving people responsibility for their productivity and freedom to step outside the norm.  Simple changes can have an immediate positive effect.

Contact TrivWorks today for a comprehensive consultation.  Let us help you add fun and creativity to your work environment.  (855) 874-8967