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At work, my opinions seem to count. |
Hear Me: Employees want to feel valued. They want to know that their input is important and that they are making a significant contribution and a difference to the environment in which they work.
Try This Now:
- Schedule regular times to talk with employees to specifically ask for their opinions.
- Follow up regularly with employees about their ideas, even if action did not occur.
Tools for Action:
Use this Engaging Conversations: Opinions Count Tool to ensure employees feel their opinions and ideas count.
Learn More:
Originally produced by Gallup. Adapted with permission.Three Ways to Create a Culture of Idea Sharing
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Be open to each team member’s opinions and feedback.
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Regularly contact others to get their opinions.
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Provide feedback on opinions you solicited.
When people feel involved in making a decision, they typically have a greater sense of responsibility or psychological ownership of the process, which can mean better business results.”
- Gallup