WorkCookie - Get Ahead with Industrial/Organizational Psychology in the Workplace Ep. 253 - The Expectation Dilemma: Balancing Organizational and Employee Needs
Apr 28, 2025
Lee Crowson, a voice and speech coach, and Nic Krueger, an organizational behavior expert, tackle the shifting expectations in today's workplaces. They discuss the tension between employee well-being and performance goals, advocating for a human-centric approach to leadership. The conversation delves into issues like quiet quitting, generational collaboration, and effective communication. Listeners are encouraged to embrace diverse perspectives and ethical leadership to foster a more engaged and sustainable work environment.
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Employee Voice Drives Performance
- Employee voice and inclusion improve engagement, productivity, and decision-making.
- Organizations still revert to short-term financial focus, widening the engagement gap.
Value Beyond Salary
- Employee value often exceeds salary when measured by outcomes and innovation.
- Shifting from hours-paid to outcome-based accounting reveals true human capital value.
Start A Transformational Mindset
- Start a transformational mindset shift focused on human-centric leadership now.
- Use technology integration discussions to open conversations about new leader mindsets.
