Category Archives: Community

Collaboration, Communication, Community, Culture, Employee Engagement, Engagement, Leadership, Opportunity, Organizational Culture

Three Ways to Invest in Your Employees that Won’t Cost You a Dime

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“Transformation in the world happens when people are healed and start investing in other people.” —Michael W. Smith

By Elizabeth Stincelli, DM

 

Why Invest in Your Employees?

Your time is the most valuable gift you can offer, when you make time to invest in your employees, the work environment in your organization will become a much happier place. Happy employees are more productive and quality conscious which results in higher profits. They have better interactions with both colleagues and customers which results in better experiences on every level and they make better brand ambassadors for your organization. When you invest in providing experiences that instill a sense of pride and accomplishment in each employee, your employees will give 100% to the organization. So, how can you invest in your employees without spending a dime?

Engagement

Chuck Daly said, “There’s nothing like being involved with a team that can go that distance.” One of the best investments you can make in your employees is to engage them in their work tasks, their teams, and the organization as a whole. This engagement gives them a sense of pride and satisfaction in their work. Bring out the best in them by encouraging them to take control over their own work and to identify and find solutions to problems. Listen to what they value and want to accomplish. Don’t micromanage; give your employees the skills and resources they need and then empower them to design how their work gets done. The experience your customers have with your organization is directly linked to how engaged and satisfied your employees are; invest in the engagement of your people.

Opportunity

Bobby Unser believes, “Success is where preparation and opportunity meet.” Providing opportunities to grow, personally and professionally, in the organization is a valuable investment in your employees. When employees grow, your organization grows; when they excel, you excel. Your employees are your most valuable asset, don’t let them feel underutilized. Continually give them the opportunity to gain experience and control their own work tasks. Offer them mentorship opportunities and give them access to training and development resources. Prepare your people to move on to something bigger and better; invest in offering your employees opportunity.

Culture

Ken Robinson tells us, “The role of a creative leader is not to have all the ideas; it’s to create a culture where everyone can have ideas and feel that they’re valued.” Investment in your organizational culture is one of the most important investments you can make. When you develop a culture that inspires a sense of community and truly engages employees, you create a trusting and safe environment for collaboration. This type of culture is all-inclusive, embracing differences and a encouraging the sharing of ideas. It emphasizes the development of relationships and open communication throughout the organization regardless of title or position. A strong culture recognizes the value that every employee contributes to the success of the organization; invest in your culture.

Make the Investment

Bob Parsons advises, “Never stop investing. Never stop improving. Never stop doing something new.” When we think of making an investment, we see dollar signs. But, as leaders, there are many investments in our employees that we can make that won’t cost us a dime. And, the return we will see is immeasurable. Offer your employees engaging work, provide them with opportunities to grow, and create a culture that embraces a sense of community and the development of relationships. Make the investment in your employees and watch the return.

 

 

© 2015 Elizabeth Stincelli

 

Elizabeth Stincelli is passionate about recognizing and inspiring the leader in each of us. She is the CEO of Stincelli Advisors where she focuses on helping organizations engage employees and improve organizational culture. Elizabeth holds a Doctor of Management degree with an emphasis on organizational leadership.

Learn more about Elizabeth by visiting her website, stincelliadvisors.com and connect with her on Twitter @infinitestin, Google+, and LinkedIn. You can contact her by email at stincelliadvisors@gmail.com.

 

Community, Leadership, Meaning, Purpose, Why

You Need a ‘Why’!

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“People don’t buy what you do, they buy why you do it.” —Simon Sinek

By Elizabeth Stincelli, DM

 

Why ‘Why’?

Whether you realize it or not, your success is driven by your passion. Success isn’t about money, who you know, or where you come from; it stems from a fire burning deep in your soul. Success comes from knowing ‘why’ you do what you do and then being loyal to that ‘why’ in your words and actions. A strong ‘why’ spurs you to action, engages your employees, and commands greater loyalty from customers. Your ‘why’ is the spark that differentiates you from the crowd. If you need more reasons why you need to know your ‘why’, here are a few to get you started.

Purpose

John F. Kennedy said, “Efforts and courage are not enough without purpose and direction.” Your ‘why’ provides the purpose and direction that gives not only you, but the people you work with something to believe in for the long-run. It appeals to others on an emotional level and makes work feel less like work and more like purpose. When you demonstrate your ‘why’ you show the world that you stand for something. It boosts people’s confidence in you when they know that your ‘why’ is guiding your decisions and actions.

Meaning

Les Brown believes, “Life takes on meaning when you become motivated, set goals, and charge after them in an unstoppable manner.”  We all want to know that our work has meaning; that we are part of something bigger than ourselves. A powerful ‘why’ lets you know you are making a difference. Meaning spurs people to put forth their best efforts in pursuit of a collective project and proves that our efforts have value to a greater cause. Knowing and adhering to your ‘why’ infuses everything you do with meaning.

Community

Whether you agree with Paul Ryan’s politics or not, he hit the nail on the head when he said, “Every successful individual knows that his or her achievement depends on a community of persons working together.” Community gives people a sense of belonging. Your ‘why’ has the potential to bring about a sense of community that can drive results by motivating and inspiring others to act in the best interest of the whole. When your ‘why’ is visible through your words and actions you will attract a community of like-minded individuals who will support your efforts and celebrate your successes.

Discover Your ‘Why’

William Barclay told us, “There are two great days in a person’s life – the day we are born and the day we discover why.” Your ‘why’ not only impacts you on an individual level, but your employees, your organization, your community, and your overall success. Let your passion drive you. Infuse your actions with a meaning that will make you stand out from the crowd. Discover your ‘why’ and you will attract a community of supporters that will spur you on to success.

 

 

© 2015 Elizabeth Stincelli

 

Elizabeth Stincelli is passionate about recognizing and inspiring the leader in each of us. She is the CEO of Stincelli Advisors where she focuses on helping organizations engage employees and improve organizational culture. Elizabeth holds a Doctor of Management degree with an emphasis on organizational leadership.

Learn more about Elizabeth by visiting her website, stincelliadvisors.com and connect with her on Twitter @infinitestin, Google+, and LinkedIn. You can contact her by email at stincelliadvisors@gmail.com.