Great Manager Newsletter - Aug 14, 2024
5 Perks to Keep Employees Loyal
On this date in 1980, Jimmy Carter nominated for President by the Democratic party. Regardless of what you thought of him as a President, no one can deny the good he did once he left office and the amazing life he has had.
BUT…..
I’ve read that he wasn’t a very good manager. He could have used my coaching.
Let’s get started.
1 Big Thing
5 Perks that Will Keep Employees Loyal
I don’t actually consider these perks - I see them more as culture that the company creates. But culture really is a key to keeping employees engaged for the long term.
Watch This
How to Set Clear Expectations
There's often a massive gap between what employees think expectations are and what managers think expectations are. Here are some tips from Crucial Learning master trainer Justin Hale on how to make your expectations crystal clear.
By the Numbers
51%
The percentage of managers who respond to employees calls or emails within 24 hours.
While this is a good number, this is the highest score that managers got from employees. Meaning, this is what they do best.
Is this the behaviors that keep employees engaged?
Words of Wisdom
I have plenty I want to accomplish. I have nothing left to prove.
― Steph Curry
Business Laughs
Discussion Topics
What initiatives do you have in place for continuous learning and development within your team?
What I'm working on this week....
I’ve been building a ton of content - now I am trying to organize it. Oh boy.
Football has started and I’ve stopped snacking and trying to eat healthy. Let me say - not a good combination.
Go be a Great Manager.