In this episode, we explore the significant differences between zero-growth and fast-growth firms concerning employee engagement and retention strategies. Our host delves into key questions to uncover what practices successful companies implement to foster a thriving workforce. We discuss the importance of career path coaching, employee recognition programs, and company-wide meetings in driving growth and retaining talent.
Takeaways:
- Only 44% of zero-growth firms conduct employee engagement surveys compared to 83% of fast-growth firms. Showing the importance of conducting surveys anonymously to get honest feedback and the need to act on the survey results.
- A massive 40 percentage point difference between zero growth (38%) and fast growth firms (78%) in providing career path coaching. Talking about the role of career path coaching in retaining ambitious employees and helping them skill up.
- 49% of zero-growth firms have employee recognition programs compared to 79% of fast-growth firms. Best practices for employee recognition, including low-cost or no-cost initiatives like "Superstar of the week."
- A 16 percentage point spread in conducting company-wide meetings between zero growth (74%) and fast growth firms (90%). The importance of these meetings is in keeping employees informed and engaged with company changes and initiatives.
Quote of the Show:
- “Retention has that engagement point. It doesn't matter if you have a full staff if they're not engaged, they're not helping you grow the business.” - Mary Simmons
Links:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marysimmonshrconsultant/
- Company Website: https://www.asuresoftware.com/
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