Enhancing Team Engagement: Strategies for Leaders
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In this episode of the Playbook for Performance Podcast, Shawna Corden dives into the crucial topic of enhancing team engagement. With only 21% of employees actively engaged at work, Shawna explores strategies leaders can use to boost their teams' motivation, productivity, and job satisfaction.
Key Points Discussed:
1. Defining Engagement:
- Engagement is measured by productivity, profitability, and retention.
- Only 21% of employees are actively engaged, making it essential to focus on improving this metric.
2. Measuring Engagement:
- Utilize Gallup's Q12 questions to assess engagement.
- Four key categories: What do I give? What do I get? Can I grow? Do I belong?
3. Strategies for Enhancing Engagement:
- Create a Sense of Purpose: Connect daily tasks to the overall vision and goals of the organization.
- Recognize and Reward Efforts: Appreciate and reward employees' efforts in various ways, not just financially.
- Foster a Positive Work Environment: Encourage teamwork, assume positive intent, and provide constructive feedback privately.
- Encourage Work-Life Balance: Model healthy work-life balance practices and respect employees' time outside of work.
4. Actionable Tips:
- Conduct anonymous surveys to gauge current engagement levels.
- Implement a recognition plan with a set budget and frequency.
- Schedule professional development opportunities.
- Hold feedback sessions to enhance the work environment.
5. Homework:
- Leaders are encouraged to assess their teams' engagement, create recognition plans, and promote professional development.
Resources:
- Contact Shawna Corden: shawna@shawnacorden.com
- Shawna’s book on conflict resolution and teamwork strategies
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