uShip and dogs go together like paw shakes and treats; like belly scratches and leg twitches; you don\u2019t get one without the other. To commemorate International Take Your Dog to Work Day, we\u2019re sitting down with some of uShip\u2019s top dogs to hear their takes on how to be a good employee \u2013 and a great friend.<\/p>\n
To start, we talked to one of uShip\u2019s human employees, Bud Holfort, who heads up the company\u2019s People Operations team. Bud says, although there are challenges with housing an office full of four-legged colleagues, the benefits far outweigh them.<\/p>\n
\u201cDog-friendly culture means we understand and accept the positive impact that well-behaved dogs can have on our day-to-day attitudes.\u201d<\/p>\n
Bud says that dog-friendly culture is a big morale booster for employees, and that it acts as a strong recruitment and retention tool. Plus, it encourages employee interaction.<\/p>\n
\u201cMost people love and interact with the dogs, often going out of their way to stop and pet or \u2018treat\u2019 one of our dogs.\u201d<\/p>\n
It\u2019s clear that the humans of uShip are big fans of their canine coworkers, but what do the pups have to say? Here are some of the best business lessons they\u2019ve got for us:<\/p>\n
\t\u201cListen to your customers\u201d -Lincoln, Member Support<\/p>\n
\u201cA heard customer is a happy customer.”
\n \t“Network, network, network.” -Chevy, Partnerships<\/p>\n
“Meet as many people as you can, and you\u2019ll never be without a friend.\u201d
\n \t\u201cLet the numbers do the talking\u201d -Maddie, Database Administration<\/p>\n
\u201cBeing data driven has secured me an exponentially higher number of pats than my paw-leagues.\u201d
\n \t\u201cPay attention to the little details.\u201d -Max, Strategic Programs<\/p>\n
\u201cJust because something\u2019s small doesn\u2019t mean it doesn\u2019t matter.\u201d
\n \t\u00a0\u201cFuel up frequently\u201d -Kerbey, Marketing<\/p>\n
\u201cNever skip lunch breaks, play breaks, or nap breaks.\u201d
\n \t\u201cMake sure you\u2019ve got a firm handshake\u201d -Marley, Member Support\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cA good strong handshake can really impress people. If you play it right, it may even earn you a treat!\u201d
\n \t\u201cOwn it\u201d -Chloe, Development<\/p>\n
\u201cIf you mess something up \u2013 whether it\u2019s a rug or a report \u2013 fess up and fix it.\u201d
\n \t\u201cKeep your eye on the prize.\u201d -Keller, Localization<\/p>\n
\u201cStay laser-focused on what you want. But if it\u2019s someone else\u2019s lunch, make sure your mom isn\u2019t watching\u201d
\n \t\u201cWhen in doubt, stretch it out.\u201d -Bea, LTL Operations<\/p>\n
\u201cStopping for a yoga break really refreshes the mind and body.\u201d
\n \t\u201cPush the status quo\u201d -Honey, Sales<\/p>\n
\u201cDon\u2019t be afraid to go out on a limb \u2013 that\u2019s where the bones are!\u201d
\n \t\u201cStay humble.\u201d -Noodles, Customer Success\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cNever be that guy. Keep your ego in check and you\u2019ll find success, plus lots of pals along the way.\u201d
\n \t\u201cAlways maintain eye contact.\u201d Stone, Reception\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cLooking people in the eye is the best way to get what you want from them (as long as what you want is snacks.)\u201d
\n \t\u201cDress for the job you want.\u201d Charlee, Accounting<\/p>\n
\u201cLooking polished is a silent but powerful way to show you mean business.\u201d
\n \t\u201cStay curious\u201d Riley, Development<\/p>\n
\u201cDon\u2019t assume you know it all \u2013 there\u2019s always more to learn, and forget what you\u2019ve heard about old dogs learning new tricks!\u201d
\n \t\u201cWork hard. Play hard.\u201d -Ollie, Marketing<\/p>\n
\u201cEven after a hard day\u2019s work, there\u2019s always time to play ball or go for a good game of tug-a-war.\u201d
\n \t\u201cSmile!\u201d -Bo, Design<\/p>\n
\u201cDon\u2019t take it all too seriously. Remember to sit back and enjoy every day \u2013 because you can!\u201d<\/p>\n
From the mouths of pups \u2013 we never stop learning from the four-legged friends in our office. Though we do deal with occasional barks, howls, and messes, it\u2019s all worth it when we remember how much our office is improved by the presence of our best friends.<\/p>\n
Puppy breath helps too.<\/p>\n
Keep up with the dogs of uShip\u00a0and follow them on\u00a0Instagram.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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