Posted by: Moneyminded June 27, 2009
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“Put me in coach, you bet I’m ready to play!†Every coach loves that type of player attitude and mind set. 
Managers
and business owners also love to hear those words from their
associates. A “can-do†and “will-do†attitude is key to getting your
staff engaged and committed. How does one build such a workplace
esprit de corps? It is as simple as ABC.
Here are the ABC’s of securing associate commitment to the company’s
culture, mission and objectives, while strengthening them as a team
player.
A -Acknowledge: Always make the time to tell the staff how much you appreciate them and their contributions.
B -Benefits: Provide something that the competition doesn’t
(training and education, industry certification, flexible work
schedule, competitive wages).
C -Communicate: Share company objectives and plans. Aid staff in “buying in†and taking personal ownership.
D -Determine Hot Triggers: Identify those things that reenergize your staff. What gets their motor moving?
E -Encourage Risk Taking: Remind employees of all the chances other
coworkers took that failed. Show confidence in their judgment.
F -Forgive & Forget: Everyone makes mistakes. Live, learn and let go.
G -Guide: Help associates navigate through workplace challenges. Outline expectations.
H -Honesty: Being honorable is the best policy, even when the news is unpleasant. Honesty begets respect.
I -Incentives: Set up incentive programs that tie associate achievement to company success.
J -Job Descriptions: Update on regular basis to keep them current.
K -K.I.S.S.: Keep it so simple.
L -Listen Actively: Allow associates to share their opinions, concerns and opinions.
M -Mediocrity: Weed out workers who are inadequate, incompetent and unskilled.
N -Negotiable: Be willing to see things from different perspectives while being open minded.
O -Opportunity for Growth: Establish paths for associates to achieve their personal goals with the organization.
P -Pay: Good rule of thumb..Equal pay for equal work. Male or female.
Q -Quantum Leap: Establish a work environment that reinforces innovation and creative thinking.
R -Reward All Producers: Every contribution is valuable to the success of the company. Reward accordingly.
Managers and business owners also love to hear those words from their
associates. A “can-do†and “will-do†attitude is key to getting your
staff engaged and committed. How does one build such a workplace
esprit de corps? It is as simple as ABC.
Here are the ABC’s of securing associate commitment to the company’s
culture, mission and objectives, while strengthening them as a team
player.
A -Acknowledge: Always make the time to tell the staff how much you appreciate them and their contributions.
B -Benefits: Provide something that the competition doesn’t
(training and education, industry certification, flexible work
schedule, competitive wages).
C -Communicate: Share company objectives and plans. Aid staff in “buying in†and taking personal ownership.
D -Determine Hot Triggers: Identify those things that reenergize your staff. What gets their motor moving?
E -Encourage Risk Taking: Remind employees of all the chances other
coworkers took that failed. Show confidence in their judgment.
F -Forgive & Forget: Everyone makes mistakes. Live, learn and let go.
G -Guide: Help associates navigate through workplace challenges. Outline expectations.
H -Honesty: Being honorable is the best policy, even when the news is unpleasant. Honesty begets respect.
I -Incentives: Set up incentive programs that tie associate achievement to company success.
J -Job Descriptions: Update on regular basis to keep them current.
K -K.I.S.S.: Keep it so simple.
L -Listen Actively: Allow associates to share their opinions, concerns and opinions.
M -Mediocrity: Weed out workers who are inadequate, incompetent and unskilled.
N -Negotiable: Be willing to see things from different perspectives while being open minded.
O -Opportunity for Growth: Establish paths for associates to achieve their personal goals with the organization.
P -Pay: Good rule of thumb..Equal pay for equal work. Male or female.
Q -Quantum Leap: Establish a work environment that reinforces innovation and creative thinking.
R -Reward All Producers: Every contribution is valuable to the success of the company. Reward accordingly.