I was reading Sunday’s NY Times Op-Ed by Thomas Friedman – another great piece about our role in Afghanistan. This blog is not about the war but it does address a similar issue. Success – both in Afghanistan and in our companies – requires the support of the people.
For great strategies and marketing plans to be implemented, all organizations need employees who are fully engaged and committed to the company. Organizations must earn the support of their employees by sharing information, soliciting ideas and empowering employees. Support is based on inclusion.
Do your employees support you? Do they know the objectives, goals and strategies of the organization? Do they have a voice and role in achieving company success? Do they feel that their perspectives matter?
Try to do this without the full support of your people and you will fail. Share information. Ask. Listen. Explain. Assign. Hold Accountable. And be humble enough to ask for their support.
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