Business

Growth

Why is company growth important?

Company growth and change are in constant interdependence. Without change there is no growth of the company, while at the same time the growth of the company brings significant changes.  Although growth is an unquestionably positive indicator of any business, it should be treated with caution because otherwise it can cause the collapse of the organizational structure of a company that has not kept pace with it. Here are five characteristics of growth companies you should read about.  

In order for companies to ensure sustainable growth, it is essential that they first create an environment in which it is possible. This means preparing employees, from the highest to the lowest ranks, for possible changes in the organization and the arrival of new people. It is important that all employees in a growing company have a sense of security, but also sufficient knowledge to be able to maintain the work of a company that is likely to expand the scope of its operations. In addition, the company needs to create a favorable climate for investors through portfolio expansion and investment in sustainable business models. Investors are the ones who will financially sustain growth and create space for companies to venture into new ways of doing business. Attention should also be paid to clients. This is especially true for small businesses that are moving to the medium rank. Usually, these small companies have a small but loyal customer base that has set them on their feet. They may feel betrayed if a fast-growing company forgets that it was them who were with it from the start. Proper communication and rewarding or thanking programs for long-time clients are a great way to make a successful transition. 

Company growth and change are in constant interdependence. Without change there is no growth of the company, while at the same time the growth of the company brings significant changes.  Although growth is an unquestionably positive indicator of any business, it should be treated with caution because otherwise it can cause the collapse of the organizational structure of a company that has not kept pace with it.

Proper communication for growing business

In order for companies to ensure sustainable growth, it is essential that they first create an environment in which it is possible. This means preparing employees, from the highest to the lowest ranks, for possible changes in the organization and the arrival of new people. It is important that all employees in a growing company have a sense of security, but also sufficient knowledge to be able to maintain the work of a company that is likely to expand the scope of its operations. In addition, the company needs to create a favorable climate for investors through portfolio expansion and investment in sustainable business models. Investors are the ones who will financially sustain growth and create space for companies to venture into new ways of doing business. Attention should also be paid to clients. This is especially true for small businesses that are moving to the medium rank. Usually, these small companies have a small but loyal customer base that has set them on their feet. They may feel betrayed if a fast-growing company forgets that it was them who were with it from the start. Proper communication and rewarding or thanking programs for long-time clients are a great way to make a successful transition.

There’s no magic formula for great company culture. The key is just to treat your staff how you would like to be treated.

Richard Branson

Founder of Virgin Group

Knowledge opens every door

Let us not forget that education is the key to growth. We cannot understand the dynamics of change and innovation in the function of growth if we do not keep track of the latest knowledge in the field of sustainable development. Therefore, it is not surprising that many world universities are establishing departments and introducing courses focused on the study of sustainable business strategies. One example is Harvard University, which even offers a course for those who are not enrolled in the University, all for the purpose of raising awareness about sustainable development.