{"id":11085,"date":"2024-11-29T12:30:15","date_gmt":"2024-11-29T11:30:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/oneswissbank.com\/?p=11085"},"modified":"2024-12-11T10:18:45","modified_gmt":"2024-12-11T09:18:45","slug":"sustainability-and-accomplishment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/oneswissbank.com\/corporate-social-responsibility\/sustainability-and-accomplishment\/","title":{"rendered":"Sustainability and accomplishment"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
Head of Sustainability<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t Sustainability is also a significant component of achievement, as the role of organisations is no longer limited to the search for profitability. The desire to create an impact on society and\/or the environment, and to take account of the needs and expectations of its stakeholders, are additional components that have become essential.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t In our Code of Conduct, we have made two commitments relating to the corporate value \u2018accomplishment\u2019, namely:<\/span><\/p> Pursuing our goals with passion by supporting the personal development of our employees, clients, and partners.<\/span><\/p><\/li> Promoting a healthy work-life balance and enjoyment as a key factor of professional accomplishment.<\/span><\/p><\/li><\/ul> Professional accomplishment and the quest for meaning<\/strong><\/span><\/p> Whether we are employees, managers or directors, the notion of meaning at work has become increasingly important since the pandemic, whether our sources of motivation are intrinsic or extrinsic. In a world that is particularly unstable at the geopolitical and economic levels, with climate change and social injustice worsening, it is not surprising that some people want to help create a desirable future.<\/span><\/p> Particularly in the financial sector, fulfilment does not necessarily come down to having a comfortable salary. A pleasant working environment, good relations with colleagues, a relationship of trust with management, training opportunities and participation in entrepreneurial projects are all examples that support employees’ personal development.<\/span><\/p> Sustainability is also a significant component of achievement, as the role of organisations is no longer limited to the search for profitability. The desire to create an impact on society and\/or the environment, and to take account of the needs and expectations of its stakeholders, are additional components that have become essential.<\/span><\/p> Sometimes perceived as idealists within their organisations, Sustainability Officers are in fact more lucid than they appear. They are aware of the obstacles they face (lack of appetite for sustainable investments\/savings, need for educating their stakeholders, changes in regulations, etc.), but they see their roles and responsibilities as a \u2018life mission\u2019<\/span>[1]<\/span>\u00a0with benefits going beyond the boundaries of their organisation.<\/span><\/p> At ONE swiss bank, we encourage an entrepreneurial spirit, just as we have done since 2021 in sustainability. For example, the company offers a framework conducive to commitment to charitable actions in favour of associations that resonate with our personal experiences and sensitivities.<\/span><\/p> In 2024, we are proud to have supported Foyer Arabella, which for 60 years has provided accommodation and a nursery to help women who are victims of domestic violence, and their children.<\/span><\/p> Quality of life at work at the heart of Corporate Social Responsibility<\/strong><\/span><\/p> ISO 26000:2010 (Guidelines on Corporate Social Responsibility) is a reference standard for any organisation wishing to implement a sustainability approach. It addresses seven key issues, including labour relations and working conditions. ISO 26000 is also interoperable with other standards such as the Global Reporting Initiative international standards and, more locally, the \u2018EcoEntreprise\u2019 certification.<\/span><\/p> Our workplace is a living space where we spend most of our time, so as a responsible employer it is essential to be concerned about the well-being of our employees. There is no need to remind you that one of the keys to fulfilment lies in satisfying four pillars: the family pillar, the emotional pillar, the friendly pillar, and the professional pillar. If one of these pillars is not satisfied, then it is like sitting on a three-legged chair: we live in an imbalanced situation…<\/span><\/p> Respecting a good work-life balance, the possibility to work remotely twice a week and the introduction of a 15-day paternity leave are just some of the initiatives that ONE swiss bank has put in place to offer a working environment that is conducive to personal fulfilment. Companies are aware that these competitive advantages not only help to attract and retain talent, but also contribute to their good reputation.<\/span><\/p> In an article published in Le Temps in March 2024 <\/span>[2]<\/span>, the outspoken philosopher Julia de Fun\u00e8s considers that \u2018the place of work in our lives is changing. It’s a means to an end, not an end in itself. We no longer live for a good job but work to live as well as possible […]\u2018. It’s a safe bet that organisations that focus on results rather than means, flexibility and autonomy offer a more pleasant working environment. The result is a \u2018win-win\u2019 relationship, where happy employees are generally more productive without having to work overtime, and relations with their colleagues are at ease. These organisations are also better able to cope with more difficult times, and therefore more resilient…Our vision of accomplishment<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>
[1] Blog Swiss Leaders \/ My life mission: a fad or a way to be happier? (J\u00fcrg Eggenberger)
[2] Le Temps \/ Julia de Fun\u00e8s : \u00ab Nous n\u2019avons jamais autant parl\u00e9 de bonheur en entreprise et il n\u2019y a jamais eu autant de burn-out \u00bb
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