A Sneak Peek into ikigai HQ
A glimpse into our company culture and more!
The way people perceive working spaces and environments has evolved in recent times, especially with millennials and gen Z. It has become an important responsibility for organisations to ensure they are meeting certain employee expectations in terms of work culture and environment.
When we talk about an ideal working space or environment, there are usually many areas to delve into. Some of these include the physical infrastructure, different work zones for different tasks, technology support, proper hygiene, etc. However, it is not just the tangible aspects which make the workspace but also the intangibles. It includes workplace collaboration, transparency in communication, and interpersonal relationships. Oh yes, and of course a good coffee!
It is pretty difficult to have a distinctive definition of an ideal work environment as it is very much subjective to individual experiences at the workplace. Lately, with the advent of remote work patterns, it becomes necessary to ensure that the work environment is not limited to the walls of the office.
Here’s how we ensure that a positive work environment is the main ingredient of our culture:
1. The Friendly Infrastructure
Gone are the days when we were asked to work from a cubicle setup. We at ikigai have a really employee-friendly infrastructure. With intelligent and meaningful workspace planning at its core, we have different work zones for the people to utilise based on their nature of work during the time spent at the office. The acoustic lighting and ergonomic furniture ensure proper work conditions. And with the obvious support of technology — everything becomes easier!
2. Psychological well-being
In all the chaos of deadlines, meetings, timelines, submissions and hustle it is a must to realise that brain drain can be avoided. In today’s day and age, mental well-being is as important as physical well-being and at times it is also the motivating factor behind increased productivity. We at ikigai believe that it does not have to be crazy at work and hence it’s very much okay to take a few breaks in between!
3. Positive Team Cohesion
Team cohesiveness takes place when each member of the team is working upward and onward for the same goal. It contributes to transparent communication, and coordination among the members strengthens team bonding and eventually makes the organisation stronger at large. We ensure that team cohesion is one of the fundamentals for all our team members.
4. The element of Biophilia
Affinity for nature — is a must-have for every organisation these days. Being exposed to natural elements at the workplace proves to be really effective. Considering that more than half of our day is spent usually inside the walls, it becomes necessary to connect with nature. It enhances the mood, increases creativity and contributes immensely to productivity at work. Hence, we ensure that our folks are motivated by the natural greenery around them.
5. The Celebrations
Celebrations are an integral part of any organization. We believe that we are an extended family to each of our members. Hence, be it Birthdays, Work anniversaries or any Festive occasion, we are up for it all! It helps to bond well with the team and creates positive experiences. Have a look at some of our celebrations.
One can have various different ingredients to make their organisation a positive and great workplace environment. It is paramount that a positive work environment is maintained as it prevents stress, and boosts morale, creativity & productivity, increases employee happiness and decreases employee turnover. So, reflect in your own ways as to how you can make the workplace more engaging and interesting for all your employees!
Want to be a part of a cool and exciting work environment?
Join us now — https://ikigai.co.in/careers/
