OPINION
The Key to Building a Successful Culture in Your Business By Andrew Kitley
Andrew is the Managing Director of Kitall Ltd. He has been working in scaffolding and temporary works for 18 years and has built his reputation as a highly sought after engineer. His deep passion for scaffolding and engineering has allowed him to work with the leading companies and complex projects. Andrew will be sharing his expertise and insights of all areas of scaffolding. here in SM.
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o build a business that truly thrives, you need to create a successful culture. As a business owner, you’ve probably heard this kind of thing again and again. While it might sound like pretentious business jargon, it’s anything but. It’s about creating a culture and environment that not only facilitates teamwork but encourages it. As Steve Jobs said, “Great things in business are never done by one person; they are done by a team of people.” If you want to create a successful culture in your business, start by focusing on these six critical areas.
1. Delegation is key There’s only so much you can achieve on your own, regardless of your industry. The first step to creating a winning culture is finding the right people and delegating to them. Consider a multi-industry business owner like Richard Branson. Virgin Group comprises an airline, gym chain and healthcare providers to name just a few. Branson himself isn’t a pilot, personal trainer or a doctor. But he is a great leader. By building a team of talented people, he has the ability to delegate without compromising on quality – increas-
30 | Winter 2019
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