What the Data Tells Us About Employee Engagement with George Rogers

Good Morning, HR

In episode 163, Coffey talks with George Rogers about creating effective workplace cultures and increasing employee engagement. They discuss defining organizational culture and employee engagement; the importance of engagement for business performance; key factors driving employee retention and satisfaction; the impact of AI on workforce development; effective performance management practices; the role of leadership in fostering engagement; and the importance of frequent, meaningful feedback.

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About our Guest:

George Rogers has spent over two decades dedicated to inspiring leaders and transforming workplace cultures. Globally recognized as a keynote speaker, George delivers powerful insights on fostering purposeful and profitable businesses.

His book Champion Your Purpose offers practical steps for creating work environments supporting people and profits. It's a guide for those who want to lead with impact.

As the Chief Culture Officer at Lighthouse Research & Advisory and Culture of Good and founder of CandL llc, he has committed himself to shaping workplaces that are as people-focused as they are successful.

George helps organizations and leaders craft cultures rooted in purpose, ensuring that their work makes a positive difference while driving business growth.

George Rogers can be reached at

https://www.championyourpurpose.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/thegeorgerogers

https://x.com/thegeorgerogers

https://www.facebook.com/georgerogerstalk

https://www.instagram.com/thegeorge_rogers

About Mike Coffey:

Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, human resources professional, licensed private investigator, and HR consultant.

In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations firm helping risk-averse companies make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business.

Today, Imperative serves hundreds of businesses across the US and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies.

Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence and has twice been named HR Professional of the Year.

Additionally, Imperative has been named the Texas Association of Business’ small business of the year and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association.

Mike is a member of the Fort Worth chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization and volunteers with the SHRM Texas State Council.

Mike maintains his certification as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute. He is also a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP).

Mike lives in Fort Worth with his very patient wife. He practices yoga and maintains a keto diet, about both of which he will gladly tell you way more than you want to know.

Learning Objectives:

1. Implement a comprehensive employee development strategy that focuses on leveraging individual strengths and providing growth opportunities.

2. Establish regular, structured feedback processes, including peer-to-peer recognition and frequent check-ins between managers and employees.

3. Develop leadership skills that emphasize active listening and understanding employee concerns without immediately trying to "fix" problems.