They’re on their phones. They have no focus. They’re breaking the economy. They expect a trophy for tying their shoes. These are some common (mis)perceptions about Millennials, now the largest generation making up the workforce. … Read More
Three of the Biggest Misconceptions about Engagement Surveys
Employee engagement, defined as the extent to which employees are committed to their organizations and willing to put forth “above and beyond” effort, is a top priority for many leaders today. An engaged employee is … Read More
To All You Loud-Mouths Out There
I am extroverted, assertive, and often first to speak up in a group conversation. I get excited to brainstorm, toss around ideas, think through options and alternatives, and play devil’s advocate. These qualities often produce … Read More
Stop sabotaging your engagement survey follow-up!
Each year at Newmeasures I have the opportunity to work with hundreds of leaders and provide guidance on how to respond to engagement survey feedback. After a year has passed from the engagement survey and … Read More
The Secret to a Successful Pulse Survey
Over the last few years, it’s become trendy for organizations to use “pulse” surveys to gather employee feedback. In contrast to the typical annual employee survey method that asks 30 to 40 questions to gain … Read More
Cutting through the Noise: How should your Organization be Thinking about Engagement?
Employee satisfaction. Employee commitment. Employee engagement. Employee experience. Since the ’80s, each decade has brought with it a new buzzword for HR professionals to call on their leaders to rally behind. And for good reason: … Read More
Wellbeing in the Workplace: Strategies that Work – Part Two
This is the second of two blogs that explores the topic of wellbeing in the workplace. Previously, we illustrated why having a multifaceted wellbeing strategy is essential in today’s world of work. We explained why … Read More