Employee Engagement: How Leaders Make a Difference

Some leaders see employee disengagement as laziness, apathy, or even insubordination—and they respond with a heavy-handed, command-and-control approach. But that’s a surefire way to make employees retreat even further.

The truth is, leaders at all levels play a big role in either supporting or hindering their team’s engagement. If you notice a team member isn’t engaged, start by asking yourself these questions:

Have I clearly communicated what they’re supposed to do?
Have I explained why their work is important?
Have I set clear expectations?
Have I positively affirmed and acknowledged their good work?
Have I clarified the impact of any performance issues?
Have I ensured they have the skills and resources to succeed?

If you’re unsure of the answers or don’t know how the employee might respond, have a direct conversation. You may be surprised—most employees want to do well, contribute more, and help their organization succeed.

Your team wants to be engaged, and you can make a real difference. Check in with them, assess any barriers, and take a look at your workplace culture.

Curious about how you impact employee engagement? Keep reading or reach out to us!

Employee Engagement – How to Foster Motivation

Half-Day Virtual Workshop (10 a.m. – 1 p.m. CT): April 1, July 2

In this workshop, you’ll explore how employee engagement occurs more readily when your team is respected and cared for, when they do tasks that bring them satisfaction, and when they work in an organization that makes a difference. You’ll learn unique insights for increasing engagement and be challenged to think critically about your approach to employee engagement.

Free Webinar: Culture Transformation – Your Path to a Better Workplace

Live Webinar and Q&A (1 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. CT): February 4

ACHIEVE’s Director of Training and Consulting, Dan Doerksen, will share practical insights on:

Knowing when culture transformation is a must
Common mistakes that can derail change efforts
The three phases of successful culture change

Why attend? Aside from gaining actionable tips, you’ll also have a chance to ask questions during a live Q&A with Dan!

Don’t wait—you have less than a week to register!

Leadership Retreat

Two-Day In-Person Workshop (3:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. MT): July 16-17 (Canmore)

Want to learn alongside a diverse group of leaders in the beautiful Canadian Rockies?

Join ACHIEVE founder, Randy Grieser, in Canmore for a retreat that will help you refresh, think deeply, and grow. Randy will share insights from his own leadership journey and inspire you to think differently as a leader. By exploring topics from his books—The Ordinary Leader, The Culture Question, and Don’t Blame the Lettuce—you’ll gain new perspectives on core leadership challenges and discover ways to capitalize on opportunities.

Work to Remove Barriers to Employee Engagement

Learn what the three common barriers to employee engagement are—and what you can do to break them down!