In this episode, we discuss the importance of valuing employee opinions...Listening to and giving feedback on all ideas helps employees feel heard and appreciated, creating a greater sense of inclusion and self-worth. By asking for and considering employee input, managers can make better decisions and achieve better results. We provide three key ways to create a culture of idea sharing, including being open to all team members' opinions, actively seeking feedback, and providing responsive feedback. Managers are encouraged to regularly ask themselves important questions about their approach to employee input and to actively listen and follow up on employee opinions. The episode concludes by outlining the role of employees in sharing their ideas and suggestions, emphasizing the responsibility to speak up, come prepared with ideas, and support decisions even when they don't align with personal opinions.