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According to a 2023 survey by Gallup, only 33% of U.S. employees felt engaged at work: “Employees still feel more detached from — and less satisfied with — their organizations and are less likely to connect to the companies’ mission and purpose or to feel someone cares about them as a person.” The role of a leader is to coach, guide, and inspire others to do their best. So what can leaders do to bridge the gap? Randy Hain offers five ways to bring our teams back to center in his latest article:

Many of the leaders we work at August Jackson ask us how to truly connect with people to most effectively communicate their "why"--and we always encourage them to use empathy. It's not just about delivering results; it's about forging genuine connections and fostering collaboration. Show people you care whenever you can. I love this article on the power of empathy in leadership. #AugustJackson #EmpatheticLeadership https://lnkd.in/gjCKdDyJ

We know strong leaders make an impact. In fact, our research shows they improve the culture of their organizations and increase the odds of having a thriving workplace community by 269%. The key to strong leadership? Practical empathy. Here's how to get started: https://bit.ly/3TtzKPp #Leadership #Empathy

We all know strong leaders make an impact. In fact, our research shows they improve the culture of their organizations and increase the odds of having a thriving workplace community by 269%. The key to strong leadership? Practical empathy. Here's how to get started: https://bit.ly/3TtzKPp #Leadership #Empathy

So, what's the secret to strong leadership? It's practical empathy. We understand the profound impact strong leaders can have. According to recent research by O.C. Tanner, effective leadership can enhance organizational culture and boost the likelihood of a thriving workplace community by over 200%. For those interested in enhancing their leadership abilities, explore this article to learn more about practical empathy and how to begin implementing it. https://bit.ly/3TtzKPp.

According to HBR executive Bill George, the number one trait employers look for when promoting an employee is teamwork. Top leaders in your organization want to see you inspiring and guiding your team, building trust with the people around you which requires a great deal of self-awareness, making you more authentic where people will naturally want to associate with you. #LeadershipSkills #SelfAwareness #Promotion

We know strong leaders make an impact. In fact, our research shows they improve the culture of their organizations and increase the odds of having a thriving workplace community by 269%. The key to strong leadership? Practical empathy. Here's how to get started: https://bit.ly/3TtzKPp #Leadership #Empathy

“To help employees to speak up at work, our research suggests that organizations consider several factors. First, organizations should prioritize increasing #psychologicalsafety.” #leadership

#WednesdayWisdom: “Leading with compassion is game changing for leaders, individual contributors, and the organizations they support. With just a little proactivity and strong listening skills, employees feel seen and leaders will feel more efficacious in handling employee needs. Compassionate leadership is truly a win-win.” Read more on Thrive Global from Kacy Fleming, M.A. The Fuchsia Tent LLC: https://lnkd.in/gdKYa4QZ #CompassionateLeadership #ActiveListening #CompassionInAction #CompassionateOrganizations

Inclusive workplaces empower all employees equally, and ensure all members of your team are respected and valued. With an empathy-forward strategy, leaders of these organizations often reap powerful rewards. Here's how you can employ that strategy too: #empathy #leadership #inclusiveleadership