How do we build a strong company with a positive work environment and a level of productivity that allows us to earn more and increase profitability?
How much is a company—and its employees—really affected by a culture that doesn’t prioritize the well-being of its staff?
The electrical industry is one of Sweden’s strongest “macho cultures” in today’s labor market. The consequences of ignoring this issue are rising absenteeism due to both physical and mental health problems, decreased profitability for companies, increased risk of foreign competition, and weaker wage growth for employees.
For those working in male-dominated environments, the workplace can either be part of the problem — or part of the solution.
What does it take to break the vicious cycle, and what practical strategies can we use to turn things around?