Richard Boyatzis, a professor at Case Western Reserve University and author of Helping People Change, tackles the pressing motivation crisis in workplaces. He emphasizes that leaders hold the key to energizing and engaging their teams. Boyatzis shares actionable strategies for fostering a positive organizational culture, handling demotivated employees with compassion, and navigating remote team challenges. He also discusses the pitfalls of high-potential programs and the importance of communication and transparency in team dynamics.
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Building Team Engagement
Build team engagement by discussing and reaffirming shared purpose and vision.
Remind the team of their purpose in every meeting.
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Making Volunteering Fun
Incorporate fun into volunteer work to boost engagement.
Playfulness is key, especially for college students.
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Reinforcing Purpose with Stories
Tom Strauss, CEO of Summa Health Systems, used patient stories to reinforce purpose.
He asked hospital heads to share weekly patient success stories, reminding everyone of their mission.
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Dr. Richard Boyatzis's "Helping People Change" delves into the neuroscience of personal transformation. The book explores the interplay between the analytic and empathic neural networks in the brain, highlighting how these networks influence our behavior and decision-making. Boyatzis emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence and empathy in fostering positive change, both individually and within organizations. His research, supported by fMRI studies, demonstrates the effectiveness of shifting from an analytic to an empathic mindset for promoting personal growth and effective leadership. The book offers practical strategies for leaders and individuals to cultivate self-awareness and enhance their ability to influence and inspire others.
Are you struggling to motivate your team?
Professor and author Richard Boyatzis says there’s a motivation crisis in workplaces. “And the responsibility for that lies with the managers and leaders—the people who are supposed to be energizing people and engaging them,” he argues.
Boyatzis takes questions from listeners who are struggling to retain their employees and motivate their teams.
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