Power sharing is the basis of effective engagement
November 23, 2010
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People cannot be coerced into being engaged, however they will volunteer their engagement if they are provided with the right conditions.
- When they are personally implicated in what happens around them
- When they have a real sense of responsibility for the work they contribute to
- When their voice is heard and respected
- When they are invited to make a difference in shaping outcomes and in influencing decision.
Engaging with staff means being inclusive and empowering them to make and contribute to decision. An organization that engages is far less likely to make decisions behind closed doors and much more likely to involve staff from the outset in a well-governed way.
The mutual benefits to employees and their organizations will only be available to bosses at every level including from line supervisory staff that the courage, insight and skills to share power.
The evidence is now compelling for ‘turning the hierarchy upside down’ to drive better, faster strategy and change.
