Declassified folder - Wikimedia CommonsI’m Simpson…Gregory F Simpson, Agent In Engagement.  Below is the latest briefing on employee engagement intelligence. Follow @agtinengagement to stay current with the latest updates.

 

 

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SPOTLIGHT ARTICLE

The Role of a Manager Has to Change in 5 Key Ways

Harvard Business Review: “For almost 100 years, management has been associated with the five basic functions outlined by management theorist Henri Fayol: planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling. These have become the default dimensions of a manager. But they relate to pursuing a fixed target in a stable landscape. Take away the stability of the landscape, and one needs to start thinking about the fluidity of the target. This is what’s happening today, and managers must move away from the friendly confines of these five tasks.”

 

 

 

When Organizational Culture Talks

HR C-Suite: “True engagement is connecting the hearts and minds of employees to the mission and vision of an organization. Change happens at the emotional level. Cultures can change one conversation at a time. It starts at the top and is executed on the floor…every moment of every day.”

 

 

A Look Inside Hyland Software: How This Ohio Based Tech Company Is Attracting And Retaining The Best Talent

The Future Organization: “My guest today is Bill Priemer, President & CEO at Hyland Software. Today you will hear Bill talk about how Hyland Software, a company headquartered in Ohio, is attracting and retaining the best tech talent and competing with the likes of the Bay Area. You will also hear how the company is using employee data to improve their operations, Bill’s take on the future of jobs as AI and automation increase, and the most valuable business lesson he has ever learned.”

 

 

4 Ways HR Can Leverage Positive Psychology at Work

Globoforce: “Positive psychology, which provides insight into tools to build a culture of positivity and happiness, is based on the principle that people want to live purposeful lives, be happy, and be their best selves in all aspects of their lives. When an organizational culture is based on positivity, then innovation, productivity, and creativity abound. How can organizations leverage the concepts from positive psychology to build a happier and more human culture?”

 

 

Structured Interviews Help Acquire The Right Talent

HR Radar by EaseCentral: “Structured interviewing enables you to grow your company with the right people to help you carry out your mission and achieve your business goals.

 

 

These 5 Employee Benefits Are Trending – and Can Give Your Company a Competitive Edge

LinkedIn Talent Blog: “It’s no surprise that thoughtful benefits can help companies attract and retain highly skilled employees. On top of that, they can also spur productivity and help develop healthy employees and healthy company cultures. Because of this, the survey also found that more than a third (34%) of reporting companies had increased their benefit offerings in the last 12 months. According to SHRM’s report, here are five benefits that have gained traction in recent years and are helping companies attract talent.”

 

 

How Is Our Work Experience Changing?

Steelcase:” When 360 first sat down with Dr. Ron Friedman, the award-winning social psychologist, author and leader of ignite80, he shared why it’s never been more important to create a great employee experience. Friedman and his team at ignite80 work with companies all over the world to improve employee engagement. His book, The Best Place to Work, was originally published in 2014. In the second part of his interview with 360 (Read: Part I The Secret to a Happy Workplace), Friedman shares what’s changed since he wrote his book and what has remained at the core of a great workplace.”

 

 

Demotivators in the Workplace

Reward Gateway: “If your company is committed to building a more engaged workforce made up of people who consistently tap into their personal motivation to work harder, innovate more and make better decisions, then you must create the environment where they feel respected, understand the purpose and relevance of their work and have the ability to build strong relationships with their peers and their boss.”

 

 

5 Top Leadership And Culture Articles For 2018 (So Far)

15Five: “So what are those must have modern leadership skills? What key concerns should every leader make sure they are proactively addressing, regardless of industry? And how do they make sure that culture includes all employees’ voices—a particular challenge in today’s political climate? For perspective, we took a look at five top 2018 articles from leadership and culture gurus. In case you missed it, or could use a refresher, here are words of wisdom to ponder as we prepare for the new (and ongoing) challenges awaiting us in 2019.”

 

 

7 Ways to Use CliftonStrengths to Improve Your Employee Experience Strategy

Gallup: “One consistent approach to creating valuable interactions at each of the seven life cycle stages is focusing on employees’ CliftonStrengths. Long proven to be a driver of positive business outcomes, applying a strengths-based approach at each stage of the life cycle can ultimately result in an improved employee experience. Here’s how you can go deeper with CliftonStrengths at every stage of your employee experience strategy.”

 

 

 

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