What does positive workplace culture look like to you?

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Describe your ideal workplace - how you want to feel in the workplace, how coworkers treat each other, how people live up to the organization's core values, and the overall feel of the workplace environment. Some descriptors of positive workplaces include supportive, warm, collaborative, inclusive, and solutions-oriented. Describe what makes you feel most comfortable at work.

Companies and organizations value people who add positively to workplace culture. When people feel comfortable and welcome at work, they are more likely to perform better and remain loyal. The interviewer wants to hear what you value when working among others in the workplace.

"Positive workplace culture looks like a warm, collaborative environment where everyone feels as if they belong. How people feel at work has a big impact on relationships and performance. I feel most comfortable when I know people's names and have positive relationships with colleagues. I enjoy utilizing the strengths of everyone on the team to work cooperatively. We should also celebrate diversity in the workplace so people can come as they are. Inviting several unique perspectives to the table only makes us a stronger team."

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"A warm environment with a positive team culture that is communicative and transparent. It is important to collaborate with colleagues and for everyone to understand that we are all striving towards the same goals."

Marcie's Feedback

Nice! It's great that you like working with others who are communicative, transparent, and collaborative. You might also mention that you like to feel engaged and like you're making a difference. Additionally, you could talk about the importance of trust and respect, as well as having opportunities for growth. Good job!

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"A workplace culture where everyone is treated with respect and teamwork is encouraged. It is important to feel safe and comfortable at work to achieve the best outcome. The place where the staff enjoys coming to work and maintaining their relationships."

Stephanie's Feedback

It sounds like you've given careful thought to your ideal workplace culture (your description of an ideal culture sounds like a great place to work!) I suggest adding a sentence to show how you'll contribute to that positive culture. For example, will you go the extra step to build relationships with colleagues, and will you jump in to collaborate? How will you embody inclusion and respect? Adding an extra sentence to personalize your response will take this from good to great!