During this day and age, companies, organizations, groups, and even individuals constantly desire to rise above the competition and define themselves as the best. And to be quite frank, JMG is no different. According to Webster, "best" is defined as "excelling all others."
As companies pursue excellence, they take the time to scrutinize their practices, strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities to shape themselves into being the best at what they do and consequentially the best place to work. Sound like high aspirations? Not to us. You can never aim too high. But what exactly does it take to hit your target and be the best? What are the metrics used to define a great business? Here are just a few ideas compiled by our team that we believe set any company on track to becoming the best:
- Corporate Longevity
- Low Turnover Rate
- Family-Friendly and Child-Friendly Work Place Environment
- Encourage and Support Teamwork and Respect, Integrity, Solutions-Neutral, Partnerships and Creativity
- Sponsor Family-Friendly and Children-Friendly Holidays
- Provide Monthly Breakfasts and/or Lunches for Staff
- Fun Contests
- Host an Annual Media Day
- Weekly Flex Time
- Company Vehicles
- In-house Courier Service
- Mother's Room
- Fun Days
- Company Sports Teams
- Leadership and Professional Development Training Courses
- Career Development Program
- Job Shadowing Program
- Company Apparel
- Community Involvement
- Employee Discounts at Local Retailers
- 401k Program
- Wellness Program
- Free Parking
- Recycling Program
- Building Renovations and Upgrades
- Technological Tools
We realize that a GREAT company cannot simply settle for good products, good services, or good team players. For almost 25 years we have chased after and whole-heartedly pursued the absolute best in everything we do, including employee satisfaction. However, we know that the brightness of our future cannot be solely lit by our current and past accomplishments. The best companies progressively continue on in the fight for excellence.
So what do you think? What does it take for a company to be considered the best? Consider having a green-light brainstorming session with your team members and share your feedback with us.