Workplace culture matters. Employees who rate their organization’s culture as “good” or “excellent” are more likely to feel satisfied at work and less likely to be actively looking for a new job. According to the Public Health Workforce Interests and Needs Survey (PH WINS) 2024, more than 85% of employees are satisfied with their job, work unit, and supervisor. However, nearly 4 in 10 employees who intend to leave cite organizational culture and climate as a reason. See what your employees are saying about workplace culture.
Government agencies have specific challenges when it comes to building and maintaining a positive workplace culture. However, with the right staff, plan, and motivation to change, improving workplace culture is possible.