5 Lessons Learned by Jill Hickman

5 Lessons Learned
Jill Hickman

Jill Hickman Companies

In a recent survey of U.S. companies between 2007 and 2008, 66% of firms saw decreases in employee engagement - a trend that is out of the ordinary for surveys conducted in the last five years. What difference does engagement make? Engagement is the willingness and ability of employees to expend extra effort, speak highly on behalf of their company, and stay on with the company. According to Mark D. Hirschfeld, principal of Goldenrod Consulting, Inc., "Having a highly engaged workforce certainly doesn't completely insulate an organization from economic recession. But a more engaged workforce can act as insulation, a buffer if you will, from the effects of the economic downturn." Here are 5 lessons learned from the organizations who are gaining ground in the quest for employee engagement:

1. Communication of a clear compelling vision for a positive future

2. Open and honest communication to build trust

3. Continued focus on career growth and development

4. Recognition and reward for high performance

5. Strong commitment to employee's well being

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