LEADER ENGAGEMENT DRIVES EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT

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As executives, we are responsible for our organization’s performance. Instinctively, we know that to achieve our mission, we need employees to do their part. These instincts are supported by a great deal of research about employee engagement and why it is important. What often gets lost in this trove of information is the role we as leaders play in creating an environment where employees remain engaged. Continue reading

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ENGAGING EMPLOYEES ACROSS GENERATIONS

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There are five generations in the workforce today – Traditionalists, Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials, and Generation Z – the most generations in one workforce to date. Engaging five generations with different values and motivations is no easy task, but it’s mission critical, no matter the industry you’re in. Continue reading

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RECOGNIZING A DISENGAGED EMPLOYEE AND GETTING THEM TO RE-ENGAGE

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The start of a new job is exciting. It’s the beginning of a new adventure, where you meet different people, learn challenging skills, and apply your talents to help your new company succeed. That energy typically remains as employees enter their sweet spot: no longer the team rookie and increasingly recognized for their expertise in their day-to-day activities. But what happens if what was once stimulating becomes mundane and tedious? Continue reading

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ENGAGED EMPLOYEES EQUAL SUCCESS

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Improving employee engagement is not simply about improving productivity — although organizations with a high level of engagement do report 22 percent higher productivity, according to a Gallup Organization’s analysis of 1.4 million employees. Strong employee engagement promotes a variety of outcomes that are good for employees, clients and organizations. For instance, organizations with highly… Continue reading

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ENGAGING A DIVERSE WORKFORCE

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Often, leaders think that defining their strategy is the most important activity they will perform all year. But, in reality, getting their workforce aligned with that strategy is even more critical. Continue reading

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