Posts Tagged ‘culture’

Perficient’s newest ERG, PRISM, kicked off the summer with vibrant celebrations and important conversations surrounding Pride and the LGBTQIA+ community. A key event this year was our “Pronouns 101”, an enlightening and empowering session focused on understanding and respecting the diverse identities within our community. Pronouns 101 provided attendees and viewers with a comprehensive understanding […]

Supporting Learning  Supporting learning in a software development company means creating an environment where continuous learning and improvement are integral to the culture. This involves fostering an atmosphere where team members are encouraged to develop new skills, share knowledge, and learn from both successes and failures. A focus on learning leads to higher performance, innovation, […]

In 1968, psychiatrist Stephen Karpman modeled what he called the Drama Triangle. With this, he illustrated dysfunctional mindsets that can derail social interactions. The three roles defined in this model are the rescuer (hero), persecutor (villain), and victim. This is another view of the lies we tell ourselves. Since the dawn of history, we’ve loved […]

Performance Oriented Culture  A performance-oriented culture in a software development company focuses on achieving high productivity, quality, and speed in delivering software. This culture emphasizes continuous improvement, innovation, and excellence throughout the development process. One way to cultivate this kind of culture is by aiming for a generative culture, as defined by Dr. Ron Westrum. […]

Building Genuine Connections in a Global Workplace In the ever-evolving landscape of the modern workplace, where collaboration often transcends geographical boundaries and time zones, the importance of fostering genuine human connection cannot be overstated. At Perficient, we recognize the value of cultivating a strong sense of community and belonging among our Global Community of colleagues, […]

Providing feedback is essential for driving innovation, improving technical and behavioral skills, and strengthening team dynamics. The EAST methodology (Easy, Attractive, Social, Timely) offers a powerful framework for delivering feedback in a way that is more easily received and applied, which can help promote an environment of continuous growth. By applying these principles, individuals can […]

I recently became a mother for the third time, welcoming a beautiful baby girl in July 2023. Stepping into the whirlwind of newborn life with two other children in tow felt like diving headfirst into uncharted waters! Balancing the needs of three young humans has become my daily adventure, filled with equal parts chaos and […]

We’ve all heard of servant leadership. The concept of “being a servant” to your teams and treating employees as critical individuals to be cultivated and empowered, has strong merit. However, many organizations fall short, with those at the top of the hierarchy viewing employees as interchangeable cogs in the corporate machine. Instead of diving deep […]

If you were to pop open any social media platform or news app right now and scroll through a couple dozen posts, you’ll easily get the feeling that everything is #%&$ falling apart. Everyone is mad at something. We now use the term “doomscrolling.” In the past we had Yellow Journalism and we are there […]

Utilizing unique personal and professional experiences, Atlanta-based Adobe marketing expert, Jay Jackson, excels in his role as the Director of Perficient’s Adobe Digital Marketing practice. Before Perficient, Jay held various customer marketing leadership roles. With over 20 years of experience aiding Fortune 500 companies to enhance customer satisfaction, drive organizational efficiencies and boost revenue, he […]

In the dynamic world of corporate mergers and acquisitions, merging different organizational cultures often presents both challenges and opportunities. This was precisely the focus of the first Cultural Connections ERG panel of 2024 organized by Perficient, where members from various regions shared their experiences and insights on how to navigate the integration process and leverage […]

Working at Perficient, you’re invited to join a global community of talented colleagues, all while being encouraged to make a meaningful impact in your local community as well. Here are four reasons our local colleagues say they love working for Perficient in the city of Charlotte. 1. Team Culture Company culture plays a huge role […]