On Ken Blanchard’s Employee Work Passion…
I just want to say “right on,” to the authors of the Employee Work Passion paper (or at least volume 3, I haven’t gotten to volumes 1,2 and 4, yet). Thanks to Drea Zigarmi, Dobie Houson, David Witt and Jim Diehl for thinking about the level of engagement for those already engaged. We need more … Read more
Technology = Connection = Engagement?
Using Technology to Wire Employee Engagement in Your Organization Interesting post with webcast on Jan 24th, linking technology to engagement. It is definitely less frustrating when you have the tools you need, making it easier to do work and more fun. Additionally, I am very inspired by connecting with others, diversity of ideas and learning … Read more
What gets you fired up?
Someone asked me – What excites me and keeps me engaged? First, I love working with so many smart, fun colleagues. I learn new and interesting things on a daily basis! For instance, did you know that beavers have a transparent eyelid that works like goggles so they can see underwater? Second, I get very … Read more
6 hours of your day should be spent doing this…
Interesting article about socializing and engagement! 6 hours a day? Wow! Does this count?
Flying First Class
They say once you fly first class, you never want to go back to coach. I guess this is they best way I can describe coming to work for a company that has an awesome culture. I feel happy and excited to go to work. I get out of bed passionate about continuing my work. … Read more
Great Place to Work Conference
Great Place to Work Conference Hyatt Regency Atlanta, 265 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta, GA March 27-29, 2012 Early registration and the Immersion Experience begins March 27, otherwise the conference starts March 28. A two-day learning and networking opportunity. Hear the perspectives of CEOs, HR and Communications leaders on the linkages between people, workplace culture … Read more
Bringing Passion to Starbucks, Travelocity (Businessweek)
January 9, 2008 Businessweek – Bringing Passion to Starbucks, Travelocity by Carmine Gallo “Employees who are disengaged from the company’s mission will fuel discontent in others on the staff as well as among customers”
Beyond the Annual Survey: Assessing Engagement Throughout Employee Lifecycle (HR Magazine – UK)
January 11, 2012 Beyond the Annual Survey: Assessing Engagement Throughout Employee Lifecycle (HR Magazine – UK) by Hannah Stratford “The battle to attract and retain the best talent continues to top the business agenda for leading organisations. Having a strong employer brand is a prerequisite just to compete. “
Overworked and Under-Engaged (CBSNews)
January 12, 2012 Overworked and Under-Engaged (CBSNews) by John Baldoni “A recent survey of 4,400 employees for CareerBuilder.com reported that one half of employees are taking on more work and 37% are doing the work of two people… One half are bothered by ‘inadequate staffing levels in their work areas.’ “
