Here is a term I have created that you are free to steal. CONTROLLED AUTONOMY Let’s break the two words down. Autonomy is defined as, ” freedom from external control or influence; independence.” And Control is defined as, “the power to influence or direct people's behavior or the course of events.” Seems like they are more like oil and water. So How can they help keep employees? In part 1, we talked about growth. As people grow in a company they want and expect more and more freedom. Think about when you first got your job. The boss or manager was on top of you all the time to make sure you were doing the job right. But I’m sure after a while they back offed and allowed you to do what you do. If they didn’t you would be pissed and complain that they are micro managing you. I don’t know a single person who likes to be micro managed. People enjoy having the ability to make their own decisions at work. As a matter of fact, there are more and more compani
How to keep employees Part 1 I have had the blessing of being on both sides of coin. I have a business and hire, but I have also worked for many places and have been an employee. Seeing things from both angles has really offered me a unique perspective. This is part 1 of a multi-part blog on how to keep people working for you. Today we will start with one of the most important ways to keep employees working for you. Here is a hint: It has NOTHING to do with money! GROWTH There is an old saying, “If you’re not growing, you’re dying”. If you follow the work of Tony Robbins , this is one of the things he always talks about. We need growth in life in order to feel as though we are achieving. Growth leads to happiness and a happy employee is a good employee. The following are examples of how to stimulate growth. Some I have used and some are experiences of friends. Team education . I have been fortunate in the last few years to have presented to some really gr