Linen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSA Episode 49 – Employee Engagement: Getting the Right People on Your Team
Mar 31, 2022
Dan Gonder, COO and co-owner of Six Disciplines Consulting Services, shares expert insights on enhancing employee engagement. He emphasizes the need for strategic planning to foster positive workplace relationships and reduce turnover. While compensation is important, Gonder argues that personal connections and recognition play vital roles in job satisfaction. He also introduces tools like the 'anti-misery worksheet' to help managers implement effective engagement strategies and create a more fulfilled workforce.
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Engagement Drives Performance
- High turnover and disengagement are widespread, with Gallup finding 61% of U.S. employees passively or actively disengaged.
- Engaged organizations see lower turnover, better quality, and higher profitability.
Adopt A Clear Engagement Vision
- Adopt the vision that everyone deserves to like their job and your organization deserves employees who care.
- Use this vision to reset hiring and management standards rather than lowering the bar.
Make Employees Known
- Reduce anonymity by intentionally getting to know the least engaged employee on your team.
- Start with a brief, genuine conversation and follow up to build a lasting relationship.
