The new 'work culture'

Since the time I have started working, I have heard many of my bosses and senior managers highlighting the term ‘work culture’. Initially I used to seriously consider and respect this so-called culture, however, with time and experience I have started mocking it. The reason is that it was just an invisible concept used to sound a bit sophisticated.

      So what exactly is work culture? During the interview rounds, candidates are informed about the so called work culture and ethics which the company has that is different from everyone else. It is only once an employee starts working they get to know the reality of it. All this work culture or company rules are only on paper and they keep changing as per the conditions.

      A work culture is something which emphasises uniformity and helps the higher authority remain unbiased towards their employees. But these days what we see as work culture especially in the private firms, is a one-sided authoritarian approach. In many cases where I have worked, I have seen this work culture to be quite partial, leaving the workers feeling dissatisfied. The ‘HR rules’ which have to be equal for all, are also quite different for employees working at different levels.  Keeping a track record of your performance is no longer considered for promotion. What is getting prioritised is the track of how much of information is being given about what’s going on in the office, back bitching and who is talking what about the seniors. Being punctual is no longer a quality rather staying longer at work place and working till late or carrying your work back home is a quality which is admired. What matters is not how early you reach office but how much longer you stay back there in the office which proves your efficiency.

    No wonder why I see so many people either resigning, changing their jobs frequently or opting to have their own start-up citing the main reason as this unfair work culture. I would not generalise this term, but only from the 18 years of work experience I have had, most of the firms have the same kind of culture which was more about office politics and insensitive approach towards employees. There are a lot of people working towards the overall success of a firm but they are never appreciated like the office boys or the cleaners and sweepers who also need to be given some basic respect.

    The employees are the back bone of any company and it is their contribution which decides the fate of the firm. A good and unprejudiced work culture plays a pivotal role and leaves a very positive impact on the people who really want to work for companies in future. Even a start-up needs people to work for them, therefore, laying good policies for them will help in a better, relaxed and enjoyable work culture for everyone to grow.

    I HOPE THIS MAKES SOME PEOPLE THINK ABOUT WHAT WORK CULTURE THEY HAVE OR WANT TO HAVE! 

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