The Link Between Company Culture and Success

29 Jul 2025

Let’s start with the basics – what exactly is company culture?

Company culture is all about the shared values, beliefs, attitudes and behaviours that shape how people work and interact together. It’s often summed up as ‘the way things are around here’. While it includes formal things like your vision and mission, it also covers the more informal side – such as how people treat each other, how teams operate and how communication flows.

It’s not just a buzzword. Culture directly affects productivity, morale and, most importantly, retention. In fact, companies with a positive workplace culture enjoy up to 72% higher employee retention compared to those with a poor or toxic culture. That’s a game-changer for any business.

So how does culture lead to success?

A strong, healthy culture creates an environment where people collaborate better, communicate openly and deliver projects more smoothly. It encourages ownership, accountability and continuous improvement. When people feel connected to a company’s values, they’re more likely to go the extra mile, support each other and stay motivated.

At First Recruitment Group, our culture truly sets us apart. We don’t just talk about our values – we live and breathe them every day. Being adaptable, passionate, open, honest, reliable and collaborative isn’t something we switch on when it’s convenient – it’s how we operate, always.

We celebrate our culture in real, meaningful ways too. From team days out like a trip to the races to our values-based bonuses, we recognise and reward people who bring our values to life. And our culture of learning is just as important. Whether it’s management training, LinkedIn workshops or online courses, we make development a part of the everyday. We shout about these successes in our internal newsletter, where we highlight achievements across the business each month.

Want to improve your company culture?

Start with creating a set of core values that actually mean something – and stick to them. Recognise and reward behaviour that aligns with those values, celebrate wins, encourage learning and, above all, make sure your people feel appreciated and heard.

Because at the end of the day, success doesn’t just come from strategy or systems – it comes from people. And when you get the culture right, the rest tends to follow.

Final Thoughts

At First Recruitment Group, we believe that culture is the foundation of everything we do – it fuels performance, attracts top talent and strengthens relationships with clients and candidates alike. It’s not just what makes us successful – it’s what makes us different.

If you're curious about how we embed our culture into everything we do, or you're ready to work with a team that puts people first, get in touch. We'd love to chat.