As we celebrate 7 incredible years at Damia Portugal, it’s clear that our success has been fueled by more than just innovative strategies and incredible professionals. It’s been driven by our people working together with a positive mindset! 

The more our team members are happy, supported, and fulfilled, the more they are inspired and productive. This is why we’ve made it our priority to create an environment where work and fun coexist, where professional growth is nurtured, and where well-being is at the forefront of everything we do. 

H2H approach: ➜ Team First!

Our H2H (Human 2 Human) approach to retention and growth is rooted in a deep respect for our people. In 7 years, we’ve seen our group grow from 2 to 105 individuals, so we know what it takes to nurture one person at a time, creating great teams in the process.  

We understand that a thriving workplace is one where individuals feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow. And everyone is different!

Here are some of the initiatives we’ve implemented over these 7 years for our team in order we are not just surviving but thriving: 

🗺️ We're thrilled to offer a remote-first policy that empowers our team members to work from wherever they feel most productive. This fosters a culture of trust and autonomy, and it's a policy that's paying off! We've had digital nomads who've travelled the world, working from Thailand, Indonesia, Moldova, Singapore, Cabo Verde, and more. For those who prefer the office environment, we also have two amazing offices in Lisbon and Porto, perfect for those who enjoy going out of the house and working alongside colleagues.

🧠 We recognise the importance of mental health! We have made it our mission to provide our team with all the resources they need to stay mentally and emotionally well. Like, for example, access to a professional mental health support discount with some partners, several fantastic workshops over the years about dealing with anxiety, guidance on how to turn off during COVID, and nutrition initiatives that promote a healthy work-life balance!

📚 Over the past seven years, we have created some amazing upskilling and reskilling programs! Our team members are always equipped with the latest skills and knowledge, with training programs online and offline. We even went to Amsterdam and the UK for sourcing training, always trying to keep ahead of industry trends and ready to take on new challenges.

🌈 We make sure DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) are not just buzzwords. We’ve implemented recruitment practices, internal policies, and a team culture that makes everyone welcome, respected and included. We value merit and equality of opportunity.

💯 We've moved away from traditional performance reviews to embrace a more agile approach—and it's been a fantastic move! We love our regular check-ins, real-time feedback, and goal-setting! They're an essential part of our performance management strategy, helping our team members stay engaged and motivated. We have several strategies that enable agile performance management, including a career path program and the implementation of human resources software that keeps the team engaged, goal-oriented, and with regular performance reviews and feedback.

🥳 We understand that everyone's needs are different. That's why we offer customisable benefits packages that allow our team members to choose the perks that are most important to them, from healthcare plans to support for digital nomads.

To support the well-being and satisfaction of our team, we offer a range of benefits to meet their diverse needs: 

• Healthcare Plan 
• Coverflex Meal Card & Benefits 
• HBO Max & Spotify subscriptions 
• Urban Sports Membership 
• Remote First Work Policy 
• Length of Service Benefits 
• Birthday, Carnival, 24th and 31st of December day-off 
• Ability to 'buy' extra days off 
• Digital Nomad Facilitation

🍻 We know that happiness and productivity go hand in hand. When our team members are engaged and excited about their work, they're more likely to go above and beyond, driving both personal and company-wide success. That's why we work hard to cultivate a culture where everyone can find joy in their work, creating a culture of happiness and productivity. We believe that falling in love with our work isn't just about what we do, but why we do it.  

In these 7 years of Damia, I cannot count all the meetings and employer engagement events we have had, from escape rooms to festas pimbas, moustache parties for Movember, beers after work, tequila parties, Christmas dinners, laser Tags... so many moments, so much fun, unity, and passion!

As I look to the future, I know Damia remains committed to our people and our culture. We will continue to innovate and adapt, always to support our team’s growth, well-being, and happiness. Because at Damia, we know that when our people thrive, so does our company. 

Here’s to the next 7 years of success, growth, and making a difference—together.