About the Book Through a mix of stories, actionable tips, and tools, Supportive Accountability teaches managers and supervisors how to master the art of supportive leadership, promote accountability, and document skillfully. Editorial Reviews “Although the book is about a business-related subject, the mix-and-match style of writing makes this a[…]
By Sylvia Melena, M.A. The research conducted by Krüger and Rootman on seven elements of employee motivation concluded that, while financial rewards indeed motivate employees, they have the lowest influence on employee motivation compared to the six other elements studied. Thus, leaders should not focus on rewards alone to keep employees satisfied, motivated,[…]
By Sylvia Melena, M.A. Fostering an environment of workplace justice is essential to promoting employee motivation, health and well-being and for maintaining a thriving organization. The Seven Elements of Employee Motivation In their study of over 400 small businesses, Krüger & Rootman focused on the following seven elements of employee motivation: […]
By Sylvia Melena, M.A. Great working conditions, including effective workplace lighting, increase employee motivation, productivity, and performance. The Seven Elements of Employee Motivation The research of Krüger & Rootman focused on the following seven elements of employee motivation: Interesting and Meaningful Work Employee Recognition and Feedback Employee Involvement (Empowerment) Working Conditions[…]
By Sylvia Melena, M.A. The research is clear. An organization’s work culture impacts performance outcomes. Decades of research demonstrates that organizations that achieve and sustain performance excellence have the following characteristics ingrained into their work cultures: Vision – They have leaders who effectively articulate the organization’s vision and mission. They[…]
By Sylvia Melena, M.A. While I was in a meeting discussing group performance with a supervisory team, I requested productivity data to inform our decision-making process. I knew that the team was adept at assigning the work; however, based on the lower volume of work produced, I wanted us to conduct an in-depth assessment.[…]