How do you prevent abuse with corporate culture?

How do you prevent abuse with corporate culture?

Family companies are one of the most special business models that make up the backbone of Türkiye's economy. Yes, maybe sometimes it may seem that the warm relationships in the family make it easier; However, confidence has a great test as well as sincerity. Because this trust sometimes causes blind points; Suiistimal can sneak your door from your most trusted place.

In this article, "How do you prevent abuse with corporate culture?" I will discuss the answer to the question both emotionally and sincerely, as the institutionalization expert in family companies and the text writer. At the end of the article, "Wow!" I believe you will say and want to take those critical steps in your company as soon as possible.

Suiistimal: The invisible danger of family businesses

What we call abuse is actually the abuse of trust. In the environment of trust, family members or close employees can sometimes take the wrong steps by thinking that “no one questioned nobody”. This only causes damages that cannot be measured with money: it damages relationships, shakes the company's reputation and blocks the growth.

In family companies, there are many transactions that pass on the door of the boss or manager without knocking on the door of the manager. These areas leave open doors for abuse. So how can we close this? Answer: With a strong corporate culture.

What is corporate culture and why is it important?

What we call corporate culture is actually the DNA of a company. Determines the values ​​of the company, the way it works, how it cope with crises, and the relationships between employees. A solid institutional culture allows employees to know the answer to the question ne What is right and wrong in this company ”.

Where there is no corporate culture, personal relationships come to the fore. The favoritism begins with the tolerances of “He is our relative”. Therefore, clearly revealing the basic principles of the company is the most important step to dig the root of abuse.

Real Case: "Relative Quota" crisis

In a family business I consulted last year, the boss's cousin was working in the company's purchasing department. Supposedly everything was fine. However, in the audit performed one day, it turned out that the product was taken from the same supplier at inflated prices. The cousin agreed with the supplier and damaged the company.

As long as the boss said, “But he was from our family ,, he grew up, and finally both confidence and money were lost. That is why institutional culture is not only written rules; It is also a matter of implementation of values ​​without compromise.

Ways to prevent abuse with corporate culture

Now let's come to the real question: How do you prevent abuse with corporate culture? Here are the basic strategies you need to step by step:

1. CLICK COMPANY VALUES

Determine the basic values ​​that will give your company an identity. Write the principles such as honesty, transparency, accountability and hang them where everyone can see. These are compasses to illuminate the path of employees.

2. Create strong ethical codes

Ethical codes are the “sine qua non” rules of a company. The first step in preventing abuse is that employees know which behaviors are unacceptable. When preparing these codes, work with the employees so that you can be owned.

3. Determine the task definitions and authority limits

Uncertainty is one of the most common areas of abuse. If it is not clear who will do what, and which powers it will be, the door will be opened. Make task descriptions and update them regularly.

4. Install transparent communication channels

Employees should know who to apply when they feel a problem or doubt. Open door policy, internal communication platforms or notice lines are very useful. "Does it remain confidential?" Eliminate your fear, give confidence.

5. Strengthen internal supervision and independent controls

The idea of ​​“I already know everything ında in family companies is a great mistake. Have regular internal audits, get support from independent eyes. Thus, the abuse is prevented before it starts or caught early.

6. Organize educational and awareness studies

Organize trainings to employees about both the ethical values ​​of the company and the damages of abuse. As awareness increases, abuse risks decrease. Make these trainings more interesting by enriching them with interactive and exemplary events.

Real Case: "Sneaky plan in the accounting department"

In another case, he manipulated bank transfers by using the digital infrastructure of an employee company in the accounting department. Perhaps the boss had never checked, "He's a very reliable person." However, a surprise control in the internal audit process revealed the truth. The company received a major wound both financially and emotionally.

After this incident, the company management said, “We are doing this wrong” and took steps in internal audit, independent auditor and written process management. 

Corporate culture is not only in the article

Corporate culture is not just the framed values ​​hanging on the wall of companies. The main thing is to keep these values ​​alive in daily functioning. “We are an honest company” is not honest with saying; If he feels honesty from that working company.

If the boss or administration does not stop determined even in the face of the smallest abuse, the employees think, “So here is tolerate.” That is why the most important indicator of institutional culture is the attitude of managers.

Culture built with trust, love and courage

In order to prevent abuse, it is necessary to build a culture full of confidence, not fear. When employees feel valuable and know that they can talk about problems, their abuse risks naturally decreases.

The brave and fair leadership is to say, ım I will be with the truth, not with the wrong person ”. This attitude both strengthens corporate culture in your family company and dries the root of abuse.

Result: Protecting your company is in your hands

Remember, it is possible to prevent abuse not only by procedures, but with your company's culture. If you build your corporate culture on solid foundations, your employees will also strive not to give the opportunity to abuse.

Create an atmosphere of trust in your company, take care of your employees and take brave steps. Because your family company is your trust; It is in your hands to make it strong and sustainable.

"Wow!" We wish you to sign the success stories that make you say.

 

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