It can be easier to improve engagement between leaders and employees if consistent. This is why we’ve put together these five tips to guide you in the right direction.
1. Establish A Purpose
It can be challenging to encourage engagement when employees need clarification on the end goal or how every piece adds to the organization’s big picture. Not having a clear purpose creates a disconnect between the employee and the organization. On the other hand, when you give employees a purpose to show how their efforts contribute, they can establish Purpose in their jobs.
2. Be Transparent
Being open with fellow employees is okay, as it helps remove barriers that separate leaders and employees. By removing these barriers, you help everyone in your organization to understand the organization’s goals and purposes. This may include topics around strategy, direction, vision and goals. In addition, motivate your leaders to frequently share company information and events with fellow employees to encourage more transparent conversations. Do you know what happens when you have consistent, transparent conversations? It builds Trust and engagement, and we’ll discuss this below.
3. Build Trust
Did you know Trust between leaders and employees is critical when building innovative and collaborative teams? Trust takes time and encourages transparency. It creates opportunities within teams and throughout the organization to connect more personally by sharing their hobbies and interests. Having these conversations not only helps boost company morale but it creates a connection that separates the titles of the individuals and allows everyone to see themselves as their person. As Trust grows, the engagement and value between employees and leaders improve.
4. Listen And Understand Your Employees
Did you know Trust between leaders and employees is critical when building innovative and collaborative teams? Trust takes time and encourages transparency. It creates opportunities within teams and throughout the organization to connect more personally by sharing their hobbies and interests. Having these conversations not only helps boost company morale but it creates a connection that separates the titles of the individuals and allows everyone to see themselves as their person. As Trust grows, the engagement and value between employees and leaders improve.
5. Encourage Positivity
Positivity is always great in the workplace but can be challenging to maintain. Friction may arise between specific projects and individuals, but we must remember, as leaders, to encourage Positivity. You can do this by ensuring your fellow employees are appreciated for their hard work. Your days may be jam-packed, but it only takes a little to send a thank you message or establish a weekly team meeting where everyone is praised for their efforts. Ensuring your team is valued will increase gratitude within your company culture and encourage Positivity.
In summary, we hope you take away these five tips for Leadership and Employee Engagement, as it will improve your company morale and show how much your fellow leaders and employees are valued in the organization.