When we think about startup cultures, we imagine ping pong tables, kegerators, and Nerf guns. More importantly, we envision an esprit de corps that drives employees to happily burn the midnight oil to build the next big thing.
How Morale Changes as a Startup Grows
The faster a company grows, the more dramatic the shift.
March 24, 2017
Summary.
Research examining employee happiness and how it relates to the length of time since a startup has launched shows a systematic dip in morale in years three and four — and the faster a startup is growing, the more serious the decline. Since low morale can lead to turnover that can cripple a small company, leaders need to invest in culture to limit this dip. Two ways to do this are to increase transparency and employee recognition programs.