Employees will not stay because of a strong brand or a big salary

Employee engagement is closely related to how staff feel about their work. It depends on their sense of involvement in the functioning of their team and the entire company, plus how much they trust their superiors and management generally. The worse this feeling is, the less engaged employees are. Their productivity gradually declines and may fall to the nadir of their capabilities. Then one day they will simply leave.

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Do you want your employees to be engaged as much as possible? Try to start by uncovering typical myths that are often associated with employee engagement and avoid these mistakes. TLNT advises you to beware especially of the following misconceptions.

1. Remote working increases productivity

This myth is related to the fact that companies can't effectively manage their remote workers. Key information is often not shared with them and they are not provided with many opportunities for further development. Thus their productivity and engagement is lower compared to their colleagues in the office.

2. Money can buy loyalty

Wage increases can actually retain only a few employees. Nor is there any guarantee that they will be more engaged when they stay. You should first find out what rewards your staff are really interested in.

3. Employees need independence

The more independence you give your staff, the better results you'll get. Do you really believe that? This rule definitely does not work for everyone. Some employees may welcome greater independence, while others may actually feel isolated and ignored.

4. People work for payslips

That is true but they are also seeking more meaning and contribution in their work than ever before. Engagement is rising together with employees seeing that their work is helpful and beneficial for the entire organisation.

5. Employees should be grateful for their work

It is much more motivating for them when they can see opportunities for further development, growth and progress in their career. If they see only indifference to their growth, their productivity will soon begin to fall.

6. A strong brand is enough to retain the best employees

Employees don't leave companies but bosses. If they don't feel the respect and recognition of their superiors, sooner or later they will leave even the best company.

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Article source TLNT - a U.S. blog for human resource and talent management leaders
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