What are companies doing with regards to 'Personal Growth'

Every year, the organisation hosts its annual awards ceremony. All employees are invited to this event and provided with accommodation, a three-course meal and an open bar, all funded by the company. Awards winners are provided with an engraved trophy with their name and winning category as well as £1000 cash.

The organisation offers a Management & Leadership training and development course. The topics covered include: Inspirational leadership, Management vs. Leadership, Situational leadership, Strategic business planning, Excellent execution, Managing performance, Sustainable Growth & Driving Efficiency, Sales management, Strategic relations and commerciality, and more. Employees are able to achieve a Level 3 Team Leader & Supervisor qualification.

There are weekly safety updates on a variety of topics, and mental health and wellbeing often feature. Tips to improve wellbeing, whether through exercise, understanding the importance of nutrition and hydration or better sleep habits, are included.

At weekly team meetings, leaders make sure there is time to recognise and acknowledge nominations for staff who champion the company's values and that those values remain at the top of people's agendas. In their own work they strive to demonstrate the values daily and model the behaviour expected of all staff.

Certsure LLP's pay increase process is negotiated annually with a recognised trade union, ensuring employees receive a fair deal reflective of the current economic climate. This approach underlines the company's commitment to fair treatment of its staff.

The organisation has recently increased its support and donations by an additional £5,000 to its charity partner, the Electrical Industries Charity (EIC). The money was raised through several of external and internal activities, such as a Conference Quiz Night, Virtual Walk to Bali, and the Certsure Great Bake off.

'All Staff' events and Roadshows are used to bring colleagues together face-to-face for networking and interactive presentations. In 2015, individual teams also created brief, innovative, and entertaining videos to introduce themselves to the rest of the organisation, helping to foster a sense of community.

Business in the Community has gone through a highly consultative process to develop and refine its vision, values and core messages. This has fundamentally changed how it represents itself externally and communicates internally, demonstrating a leadership that values and involves its employees.

Audit Scotland provides access to a variety of sources for wellbeing support through its occupational health provider, as well as offering a range of internal and external sources of information. The organisation also shares wellbeing information on a regular basis with colleagues through Viva Engage.

Audit Scotland’s Management Development programme last for six months and covers a range of topics, including: Managing Self, Managing Individuals, Managing Teams, Managing Resilience, and Managing Change. The material on offer is provided through a mix of internal and external delivery to appeal to all learning preferences.

Fletcher Moorland is a company that employees are proud to be part of, with their innovative "Meerkat" system and ECO365 initiatives reflecting their commitment to excellence and sustainability, making a tangible difference in the industry and among their clients.

Through initiatives like the ECO365 and supporting local educational institutions, Fletcher Moorland demonstrates a commitment to contributing positively to society beyond profit-driven motives.

Sapphire Balconies promotes a collaborative and enriching work environment, driven by a diverse workforce that values different perspectives, thereby enhancing team spirit and fostering a strong sense of belonging among colleagues.

Employees at Sapphire Balconies benefit from generous compensation packages and an attractive benefit programme, including health and wellness perks, ensuring fair treatment and competitive advantages compared to similar organisations.

Fletcher Moorland is a company that employees are proud to be part of, with their innovative "Meerkat" system and ECO365 initiatives reflecting their commitment to excellence and sustainability, making a tangible difference in the industry and among their clients.

Through initiatives like the ECO365 and supporting local educational institutions, Fletcher Moorland demonstrates a commitment to contributing positively to society beyond profit-driven motives.

Audley Group’s Appreciation programme allows any employee to show appreciation for their colleagues via its platform, Spirit. Every month, all Appreciation “Shout Outs” are entered into a prize draw where they can win one of 20 prizes.

The Audley Foundation raises money to improve the lives of older people, particularly the lonely and less fortunate members of society. Once a year, the organisation runs a Match-Fund Challenge to raise funds for the Foundation, and Audley Group matches up to £1000 per village or office.

The leadership team at iconsys believe that only by living the organisation’s culture will the company achieve its mission. This starts with employees at all levels becoming learners in all things and having a growth mindset. Leaders further demonstrate the organisation’s behaviours: Safety, Excellence, Responsible, Agile, Transparent, and Teamwork.

The organisation participates in a range of charity and fundraising initiatives, including donating to foodbanks close to its clients rather than sending them Christmas cards. It also holds regular coffee mornings and cycling events to raise money for the British Heart Foundation, and supports Movember, with a number of engineers joining in.