Evolving technology and remote working environments are here to stay, which complicates communication across an organization. We may think our endless communication choices of social media, IM’s, texts, and emails keep us connected and informed. According to Gallup, people are feeling more disconnected from their workplace, with what is being called in 2025 “the Great […]
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Have you ever driven to a routine destination and not realize how you got there? You miss the details like street names, making turns, or the songs played in your car. Sometimes we are also on autopilot through a conversation. We are going through the motions of being silent while someone else is talking as
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In today’s world, employees want to be empowered in their role and to know they are making a difference. Empowering others meets one of the four core needs impacting engagement & retention levels. As a leader, how do you empower your team members? It starts with intentional and personalized communication. It is easy to get
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As students return to school, it is a great time to get back to business basics. One basic (but critical) building block is Communication. Specifically, as businesses are experiencing challenges filling open positions, take a step back to examine communication within your hiring process. Your candidate’s experience creates a lasting impression that impacts how well
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Keeping your team informed meets one of the four core needs impacting employee productivity & engagement levels (F.A.I.R.). It starts with creating an effective communication plan for upfront and ongoing information. Providing expectations and responsibilities upfront helps your employees understand their role and empowers them to own their tasks. Determining what is communicated on an
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Did you know engaged employees are 45% more productive and more likely to stay within your organization? Appreciation is one of the four core human needs (F.A.I.R.) to create a people-focused framework where your team members are engaged. To show appreciation, saying “Thank You” is a great start; however, providing appreciation that is specific, sincere,
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