The Keys to Employee Engagement
Unlocking the true potential of any team is understanding the keys to employee engagement. According to the 2017 state of the global workforce, a mere 9% of the UK workforce is deemed to be fully engaged, which means there is a potential 91% less than engaged. Applying the keys to engagement will empower your team, offer them a greater sense of purpose within the team, and vastly improve productivity. Our engagement programs will unlock your people’s potential as a team.
- Develop Clear Goals: Every team should have a clear purpose and specific goals to strive towards. By taking the time to discuss and define these goals, teams can work together to achieve them.
- Foster Open Communication: Open communication is essential for employee engagement. Encourage your team to communicate openly and honestly, and provide a platform for them to do so.
- Provide Recognition: Recognition is an important part of employee engagement. Acknowledge and reward your team for their successes, and provide feedback to help them improve.
- Offer Flexibility: Flexibility is essential for employee engagement. Allow your team to work in ways that suit them best, and provide them with the tools and resources they need to be successful.
- Promote Teamwork: Teamwork is essential for employee engagement. Encourage collaboration and cooperation between team members, and create an environment that fosters a sense of community.
- Encourage Professional Development: Professional development is key to employee engagement. Provide your team with opportunities to learn and grow, and encourage them to take on new roles and responsibilities.
By applying the keys to employee engagement, you can unlock the true potential of your
How Engaged?
Employee engagement is an important factor in the success of any organisation. It is essential to understand how engaged your team is in order to ensure a productive and successful working environment. Knowing the level of engagement within your organisation can help you to identify areas that need improvement, as well as highlight successes that can be rewarded and encouraged.
There are a number of ways to measure employee engagement, from surveys to informal conversations, however, it is important to ensure that you are asking the right questions in order to get the most accurate results. When designing a survey, consider what kind of questions will provide the most useful insights. Questions such as “What motivates you to come to work?”, “What do you think needs to be improved?” and “Do you feel valued in your role?” all provide useful insight into how your team is feeling.
It is also important to provide an open and honest environment in which your team can express their opinions and feelings. This could include team meetings or one-on-one conversations. By actively listening and responding to feedback, you can show your team that their opinions and feelings are valued, in turn boosting morale and helping to create a more positive working environment.
Finally, it is important to ensure that rewards and recognition are given to those who demonstrate a high level of engagement. This could include praise or rewards for excellence or opportunities for career development. By rewarding and recognising your team’s efforts, you are showing your appreciation and fostering a positive working culture.
By understanding the level of engagement within your organisation and implementing strategies to promote it, you can ensure that your team feels valued and motivated, leading to increased productivity and improved organisational success.