Finding and retaining top-quality employees while keeping them engaged is crucial for the success of any organization. At ClearVision, our talent team focuses on smart hiring and employee development to build and maintain a winning team. We prioritize cultural fit, which is a fundamental aspect that any organization can cultivate without significant financial investments. In fact, your practice already has a culture, whether it is intentionally nurtured or not.
You have a culture—whether you know it or not
David Friedfeld, president and co-owner of ClearVision Optical, shares an insightful story about the true essence of culture. He recalls a conversation with someone who had spent over $100,000 developing a company culture but found that their employees did not embody it. In contrast, ClearVision does not rely on an expensive handbook or buzzwords on business cards. Our culture stems from the individuals we hire, the team we shape, and the respectful interactions between colleagues and customers. David recites that story to show your culture comes from the people you hire and how you treat them, not the things or consultations for which companies often pay.
To establish a strong and consistent culture, it is essential to understand what your employees value and aim to meet their needs. Happy employees are more likely to contribute positively to the culture. Over ClearVision's nearly 75-year history, we have learned that job security, growth opportunities, fair compensation, and benefits are vital to employee satisfaction.
Recognizing employees to create a cost-free culture
You might wonder how to afford reasonable compensation and benefits that align with employees' expectations. At ClearVision, we fund everything from our generous maternity leave policy to our family-friendly perks through internal production improvements. By enhancing our productivity, we can provide for our team and offer the benefits that matter to them.
Improving output requires more than just wishful thinking. To fuel productivity, we prioritize showing appreciation and recognition to our employees. One way we achieve this is through our "kudos" system. Employees can send messages with the hashtag #kudos to acknowledge their colleagues' outstanding work or fun contributions. David was pleasantly surprised when he witnessed employees printing these kudos and proudly displaying them on their desks. It’s a sign of just how much a little recognition can mean!
Empowered employees will build the culture you want
We believe in empowering our employees to make decisions, even if mistakes occasionally occur. Learning from those mistakes is part of the growth process. By emphasizing this principle, we enable our employees to feel empowered and productive in their roles.
ClearVision truly embraces the motto of treating people the way we want to be treated. When you establish a clear vision of the culture you desire and consistently prioritize the well-being of your employees, remarkable results await!
