The Company Picnic Makes a Comeback
The sun was shining, the grills were fired up, the music playing and hundreds of employees came out to enjoy a company organized picnic. I am happy to report the Company Picnic has made a comeback and with good reason. Bringing people together in a social setting like a picnic is a great way to […]
A Leader’s Guide to Building Relationships and Employee Engagement: Tip #9 – Show You Care
When employees believe that a leader genuinely cares about them and that the leader is there to help them realize their fullest potential, they will give their best effort. It’s up to you to create a work environment where people feel safe, supported, and encouraged so they can become the best version of themselves and […]
A Leader’s Guide to Building Relationships and Employee Engagement: Tip #8 Celebrate & Appreciate
Have you ever met anybody, I mean anybody, that doesn’t like a little appreciation? It’s actually a basic human need that we all share. We all want our work to matter, we all want to add value and to know that our contribution and effort means something. Employees want their boss to notice…and not just […]
A Leader’s Guide to Building Relationships and Employee Engagement: Tip #4 Clarify Expectations
Are you ready to learn more about how to build better work relationships and employee engagement? The first statement in Gallup’s 12 key indicators of employee engagement says: I know what is expected of me at work. If any employee answers “no” then their level of engagement isn’t optimal and here’s why it matters. Gallup […]
A Leader’s Guide to Building Relationships and Employee Engagement: Tip #3 Communicate
What we say and how we say it, can make or break a relationship. In our Leader’s Guide to Building Relationships, Tip #3 is communicate with care. Concept: How often do you experience miscommunication issues at work? Frequently, right? That’s because it’s not only what you communicate (words), but how you communicate (voice, body language) that either conveys the message you intended or causes misunderstanding and even conflict. Ask Yourself: How do I perceive my communication is being received by others? What do I […]
Let Loose and Let Your Employees Run Free
I walk my dog Dakota twice a day. In the morning we go out to the beach and if we are out there before 8 a.m. (when animal control starts to patrol the beach) I unclip her leash and off she goes. She runs. She spins. She smells. Sometimes she even comes when I call […]
Super Recognition
Employees are often asked to perform super human acts, which they willingly do, but they are often discouraged when no one notices or says anything about it. Leaders that encourage and create an environment where people affirm and celebrate one another, build a strong culture where people can reach their highest potential. It is only […]
Bliss vs. Burnout
I love my work and my life, but increasingly I find that I am in the minority. Why? Burnout. Too many demands. Not enough breaks. Lack of sleep. Junk food. Technology. And the list goes on.\n\nI have long followed the advice of Tony Shwartz and honed my skills to meet my physical, emotional, mental and spiritual […]
Employees Just Wanna Have Fun
Does fun really matter? You bet. All work and no play, makes for grumpy, disengaged employees.\n\nLean teams with limited resources and tight schedules, still need to make time to come together for the purpose of getting to know each other.\n \n Do you think bringing chocolate chip cookies into a meeting, makes a difference? Absolutely. […]
35 is the new 80
Remember the days when people bragged about the hours they logged at the office. It was a badge of honor to be the last person to leave the office. The tide is changing.\n\nI was reconnecting with a colleague recently and we were sharing stories as business owners about the constant pull to do just one more […]