Annual incentive plan that aligns personal financial outcomes with the performance of the company.
It feels like everyone is rowing in the same direction and understands the mission.
They're a humble group of folks that works hard and is receptive to new ideas.
They are transparent and accept transparency. There's no "shoot the messenger" type culture. This allows us to be fact-based in decisionmaking and strategic conversations.
I can see the fruits of my labor often in real time and I get to manage a team of really great people who work hard. I enjoy seeing them develop into stronger performers.