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The Double Win

How to Empower Your Employees to Win | Helen Kupp

Jul 19, 2023
Helen Kupp, co-founder of Future Forum and co-author of How the Future Works, dives into the evolving landscape of employee engagement. She shares insights on the power of flexible work environments to boost productivity and job satisfaction. Kupp highlights the significance of clear expectations and outcome-focused work, urging leaders to empower their teams. The discussion also touches on balancing feedback and fostering a culture that connects daily tasks to the organization's mission, all essential for nurturing high-performance teams in today's workforce.
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  • Establishing a purpose-driven organization that connects employees' daily tasks to larger company goals enhances overall engagement and job satisfaction.
  • Shifting from micromanagement to outcome-based accountability empowers employees, stimulating creativity and fostering a high-performance culture.

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The Shift to Flexible Work

Working flexibly has proven to yield numerous benefits such as increased productivity and improved work-life balance. During the COVID pandemic, many employees successfully adapted to remote work environments, demonstrating that they could deliver strong results despite challenging circumstances. This shift highlights the importance of trusting employees to manage their workloads, which can lead to greater overall satisfaction and performance. As organizations progress into a post-pandemic future, there's a pressing need to iterate on flexible work models and continue experiments that align with employee needs.

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