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A case against EE?
Replied Oct 25
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Leaders - engage yourself! Be the change you wish to see in your employees. Model the way!!
I like this idea! When the organization is focused on being attractive to individuals, motivation and engagement return to their rightful place - the responsibility of each individual! The organization that is busy working on itself will undoubted...
I also saw this article in Science Daily. You are right - we all might have guessed it - but data speaks volumes. This certainly helps the answer the question on many employee's minds ... ''what's in it for me to engage at work'?'
That is a great idea! It's like a Team Charter; which can definitely provide clarity around mutual expectations and self-responsibility to create an 'engaging' culture.
Hi Anja! I agree with your point. It reminds me of the many stories I have heard over the years of 'recognition' that felt to staff like something else - even 'punishment' in some cases. One workshop participant told me about her previous employer...
This group is for those who want to learn more about best practice employee recognition and to share ideas on this important engagement tool
I could not agree more, Gary! It certainly comes down to leaders modeling the way...that is the greatest challenge for organizations!
Hi Jitka! You certainly can quote me! Best wishes with your talk (is it a conference at which you are speaking?)
Profile Information
- Who are you?
- I am a professional speaker and trainer combining a business degree with 19 years of human resource development experience. I have co-authored two books, 'Speak Out' (tools for communication and wellness) and 'Awakening the Workplace' (strategies for employee engagement).
- What is your interest or involvement in employee engagement?
- Each keynote presentation or workshop that I deliver focuses on the idea of increasing employee engagement. Whether the audience is comprised of leaders or staff, everyone is interested in maximizing energy and effectiveness at work.
- Website:
- http://www.derilatimer.com
- Where are you located?
- Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Comment Wall (7 comments)
- At 8:39am on April 7, 2008,
Phil Haussler said… - Thanks for the comment, Deri. Yep, I'm on the left. The handsome one is my son...
Best
Phil
- At 2:22pm on February 22, 2008,
Deri Latimer said…
- Thanks, Terrence! I'll look at starting a group, perhaps!
- At 12:45pm on February 21, 2008,
Terrence Seamon said… - I look forward to reading it, Deri. Please let us know when it appears. Maybe start a discussion here on that subject?
- At 3:39pm on February 19, 2008,
Terrence Seamon said…
- Hi Deri,
Yes, "one small thing" can often mean a lot!
I like your CE and EE comment. Maybe there is a discussion topic there?
Terry
- At 4:32pm on February 18, 2008,
Andrew Rondeau said… - Brill reply - love it!
- At 12:13pm on February 18, 2008,
Andrew Rondeau said…
- Deri,
Thanks for your lovely comment!
I agree the majority of managers are dedicated, top-notch people trying to do the right thing but there are a few idiots, aren't there?
Andrew
- At 11:11am on February 7, 2008,
David Zinger said… - Hey Deri,
I mentioned the network to you, I didn't know you were going to show up.
Too bad that there is nothing to eat here. But the next time we meet in person we can have breakfast.
David
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