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I may be very partial, but I would like to recommend the book written by the CEO of the company I work for, Root Learning, called "The Art of Engagement". The book is a plain-spoken look at the Root Methodology and how it has and continues to be a...
This group is for anyone who want to talk about books on engagement, work, leadership or management. You can recommend a book, ask others about a book, or join in a discussion about a book.
I work for a company in Ohio called Root Learning, a strategic learning company that engages and connects people to create results. I would like to provide you with a few links that will help to illustrate who we are and what we do in the employee...
I wanted to share with you a resource that may spur your thought process and help you think about engagement strategy. I am an employee of Root Learning, and our organization assists our clients in development and implementation strategies to enga...
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- Who are you?
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I am an experienced professional, with have extensive experience in both education and business environments, resolving user issues and facilitating solutions to enhance equipment performance, user productivity and add ease and quality to the user experience. I am currently employed by Root Learning, Inc in Sylvania Ohio. Root Learning is a strategic learning company that engages and connects people to create results.
Specialties:
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Self motivated, quickly learning technologies and adapting for customer needs
• Excellent Interpersonal skills in remote and face-to-face situations
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to reach goals in individual and team environments
• Highly focused on results and customer satisfaction
• Experienced with Hardware, Operating System, Networking, and Applications
- What is your interest or involvement in employee engagement?
- I am currently employed in an organization who specializes in developing strategies for organizations, and am trying to gain knowledge and understanding. I hope to be able to add value to the group's discussions as well, where appropriate.
- Website:
- http://www.rootlearning.com/
- Where are you located?
- Sylvania, Ohio, USA
Comment Wall (3 comments)
- At 3:54pm on June 8, 2009,
Lisa Wojtkowiak, SPHR said…
- Thanks for adding me Vicki. I've always been very interested in Root Learning and I hope to meet in person sometime since we're so close. I remember when Root Learning was located in Arrowhead.
Reach out anytime. Thanks again.
- At 3:55pm on June 1, 2009,
Sondra Jenkins said…
- Hi Vicki,
I think you are my first friend on this network! thank you for the request. I'll confess that I have never used this notwork, so maybe this will help me!
Warm regards,
Sondra
- At 1:27pm on May 18, 2009,
David Zinger said…
- Hi Vicki:
Wonderful to have someone from Root learning in the network. Your organization does the best "at drawing out engagement." I enjoyed the day I spend in Sylvania in very early April. A wonderful building holding a wonderful group of people. I trust you will find good information and strong connections here. I encourage you to contribute to the forums, blogs, etc. If I can be of assistance, let me know.
David
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The presentation went off really well. The demonstration of the network went really well too. So far 25% of the staff have signed up. Regrettably, there is virtually no activity on the network yet. I feel that there is a lot of hesitation in start...
Understand every member of your teams motivation, align their aspirations to a clearly communicated business direction, give them all the tools to do the job and then empower them to deliver.
Care for people around you and get to know who they are, what strengths they bring and what's important to them.
Every day do a quick maintenance check. Do people know Why?, How?, When? and What? they are doing and are they free to ask these questions of you?.
Check your own engagement regularly. You need support, recognition and inspiration as much as your employees, in order provide an environment that will engage your people fully.
Engagement is a relationship that requires regular maintenance.
Start from where they are at.
Reach out to their hearts and values. Look beyond the Employee ID number and make a genuine effort to see and hear the person.
Open yourself to influence by others and they will open themselves to your influence.
Don't just listen to your people but also act on what they're telling you.
Only hire people with passion for what they do; create a work environment that fosters and facilitates the expression of that passion and use a communication style that makes it safe to stretch, fail and grow.
Assist each employee to understand the deeper purpose of his or her work - who or what cause is it helping - and why.
Be congruent and transparent, say what you mean and do what you say.
Managers or Supervisors can engage employees by demonstrating little acts of kindness for absolutely no reason at all. eg. Can I help you carry that? Is there anything I can get for you? etc. etc.
Engagement should be treated as newborns! Everyone takes place in the growing process and they should never be left unattended.
For great managers, the path toward engaging employees and keeping them engaged begins with asking them what they want and what is important in order to be effective in their roles.
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