With the improvement in
HR metrics comes increased competition, additional data and more information available
to employees. The engagement of
employees and the reduction of turnover is very important for companies today
and in the future. An engaged workforce will assist companies in
remaining competitive and productive. Key elements of employee engagement
are found in three main drivers of success. These include:
Strong
Employee/Management Relations:
An important driver of employee engagement is the individual employee’s relationship
to their manger. Is their manager supportive, an effective coach, honest
and represents the high ethical values of the organization? A
manager that embodies these key elements will be a partner with the employee
and secure their engagement.
Effective
Communication: Understanding
how the company operates and the strategy for the future will allow the
employee to become more engaged in the success of the organization by
understanding where the company wants to be in the future. Effective
communication includes sharing the business plan and strategy, new products,
financial performance and the vision for the future.
Job Satisfaction: When employees at different levels in the
organization enjoy the job and view their role at the company as challenging
and contributing to the success of the company engaged employees are more
included to give 110%, look for new ideas and be more creative.
Clearly, employee engagement is
an important tool for the leaders of companies today to embrace and support.