AKMU member Lee Chan-hyuk is set to reveal his newly established agency, ‘Fountain of Inspiration,’ 12 years after his debut. The company features an eccentric corporate culture highlighted by unique titles ranging from ‘Fountain Head’ to ‘Princess.’
Inside Lee Chan-hyuk’s Quirky Company Culture
In the 422nd episode of the MBC variety show ‘Omniscient Interfering View,’ Lee Chan-hyuk’s unique taste and management philosophy are fully on display. The office is filled with sensory interior design and charming props. Curiosity is sparked by the unconventional corporate culture, which includes Lee Chan-hyuk as the ‘Fountain Head,’ Lee Su-hyun as the ‘Princess,’ and employees referred to as ‘Inspirations.’ Additionally, a quirky hiring rule stating that employees’ last names must not overlap, along with the special behind-the-scenes stories of how Lee Chan-hyuk personally scouted his staff, are set to be unveiled.
Unconventional Employee Benefits and Swing Dance
The agency also boasts groundbreaking employee benefits that immediately catch the eye. The entire staff takes time out of their workday to learn swing dance together, alongside flexible remote work policies and a four-day workweek. On this particular broadcast, Lee Chan-hyuk and Lee Su-hyun visit a dance academy with the ‘Inspirations’ to relieve stress, catch the rhythm in a warm atmosphere, and build strong bonds. This free-spirited environment aims to maximize employee work efficiency and creativity, which forms the core of Lee’s management style.
A Philosophy Rooted in Good Living
Underpinning this unique corporate culture is Lee Chan-hyuk’s core philosophy that ‘good music comes from a good life.’ From overseas volunteer work to walking the pilgrimage trails, the sight of all employees sharing every aspect of their daily lives regardless of their job titles resembles a real-life version of ‘Animal Crossing.’
