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A Special Leadership Assessment (Leader Version)
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The Employee Motivation Equation (How to Create an Engaged, Enthused & Empowered Team that Wants to Win!)
Skip Weisman Weisman Success Resources, Inc. P.O. Box 5094 Poughkeepsie, NY 12602 845-463-3838 www.SkipWeisman.com The Blog: www.ChampionOrganizations.com
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The Employee Motivation Equation
A Recipe for Team and Organization Success Leaders’ Inspiration
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Leaders’ Humility, Compassion & Empathy
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Employees’ Unique Aspiration(s)
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Individual / Team Motivation
Leaders’ Inspiration: One of the roles of a leader is to set the vision and communicate it to their followers. Whether the leader is leading a family, a business, a religious institution, a community service not-for-profit or a governmental agency the role of the leader is the same. The leader’s role is to inspire others to want to work towards the fulfillment of the vision and purpose articulated by the leader.
Leaders’ Humility, Compassion & Empathy: There difference between mediocre leaders and “Champion” leaders are these three traits: 1. 2.
3.
Humility – allows the leader to project confidence in the face of knowing he/she doesn’t know it all and has room for improvement. A leader with humility to open to feedback and sets the tone for an openness to constructive feedback allowing their organization to grow. Compassion – allows the leader to show he/she cares about the individuals on their team as people and not pawns in the push to achieve the inspiring vision of the leader. Leading with compassion does three things: 1) Allows leaders to get to the know their people and what motivates them, 2) Helps them align their vision for the organization with their individual aspirations of each of their team members, 3) Creates an organizational culture that allows for making mistakes and learning from them, which allows everyone on the team to contribute at a higher level with the right amount of positive, motivating stress. Empathy – flows from compassion and allows the leader to see a situation from another’s perspective and truly appreciate feelings, emotions and challenges of the other human being. Champion leaders are able to express empathy through their specific interactions with others and display empathetic behaviors in a way that connects deeply with their team members, building high levels of trust between them.
Employees’ Unique Aspiration: If a leader goes it alone and creates the vision in a vacuum without understanding the aspirations of those he/she is trying to lead, there will be a limited number of people who will follow with zeal. Most will follow because they have to, not because they want to and buy-in with true commitment will be extremely limited. However, if the leader learns the individual aspirations (or the collective aspirations of a tight knit team whose members all in it for the same reasons) of those they are leading, the vision and the message articulating the vision can be tweaked accordingly so that the purpose of achieving the vision for organization can also be aligned with the purpose of the followers (either individually or collectively). This is called alignment. Aligning the personal aspirations of team members (employees, volunteers, etc.) with the aspirations of the organization.
The Employee Motivation Equation
A Recipe for Individual, Team and Organization Success ! ! ! ! ! !!
Leaders’ Inspiration
#"
Leaders’ Humility, Compassion & Empathy
#"
Employees’ Unique Aspiration(s)
!"
Individual / Team Motivation
Leadership & Team/Organization Motivation Assessment (for Leaders): ! The Employee Motivation Equation Assessment is a diagnostic tool. It serves as a guide to help you develop your leadership style in a manner that, in just a short period of time, will allow you to build a highly motivated team. There are 21 motivational areas of organizational and team leadership that can make a significant difference when fulfilled at the highest level. This Assessment is just a small subset of “The Leadership Audit” developed by Jim Smith, The Executive Happiness Coach® a comprehensive Leadership Assessment of 100 key leadership characteristics over 10 vital leadership responsibilities (if interested in that assessment as well feel free to email Jim at [email protected]
Instructions: 1. Start by checking the box preceding any of the 21 statements. And, add up your score. 2. Be a rigorous, hard grader: If the statement is sometimes, or usually true, PLEASE DO NOT check the box until the statement is virtually always true for you. 3. Use the same context for every statement: Behavior is situational, e.g., a statement may be true at work but not at home. Be consistent with your interpretation. 4. If the statement does not apply to you, check the box: If, because of your role and responsibilities, or particular situation, you may come across a statement that is impossible for you to fulfill you will get credit for it, since it will never apply. However, you may adjust statements slightly so they can fit your situation better. 5. Record Your Score at the End of the Assessment. "# Make notes on actions you want to take, or questions you have regarding each area so that you can discuss them with your coach.!!
Part 1: Leaders’ Inspiration
! As the leader of the team/organization I have developed an inspiring Vision. ! I have articulated my Vision for the team/organization in a manner that is inspiring to myself, and others.
! I have developed a Strategy that can be implemented that will move us towards the fulfillment of that Vision.
! I have shared the Strategy with my team/organization and have allowed an opportunity for feedback and contributions to making it better.
© 2010 Weisman Success Resources, Inc.
!
P.O. Box 5094, Poughkeepsie, NY 12602
phone:845-463-3838
[email protected]
The Employee Motivation Equation
A Recipe for Individual, Team and Organization Success ! ! ! ! ! !!
Leaders’ Inspiration
#"
Leaders’ Humility, Compassion & Empathy
#"
Employees’ Unique Aspiration(s)
!"
Individual / Team Motivation
Leadership & Team/Organization Motivation Assessment: ! Part 2: Leaders’ Humility, Compassion & Empathy
! Humility is one of my core values and I know how to use it to balance a strong leadership personality. ! I am open to constructive feedback from others, and encourage it, when it is delivered in a positive manner.
! I am always looking to improve myself, personally and professionally, and invest time, money and other resources to do so.
! I create a learning environment by treating mistakes as learning opportunities. ! I encourage people to take appropriate breaks from work and to use their full vacation. ! I am flexible with team members who bring personal challenges to my attention in a timely manner, and make reasonable accommodations to support them.
! I acknowledge consistent, positive contributions by team members and reward goal achievement as an incentive.
! I put myself in “others’ shoes” and seek first to understand their perspective on issues. ! I seek to “fix” the problem, not the blame. ! I don’t’ ask my team to do anything that I wouldn’t ask of myself, or haven’t done previously, providing that it isn’t illegal, unethical, or immoral.
! I know how to listen with, and I am comfortable that I know how to respond, with empathy. ! I understand that responding with empathy doesn’t necessarily mean I am relieving a team member of
the responsibility for the situation about which we are communicating and that together we will define appropriate solutions.
Part 3: Employees’ Unique Aspiration(s)
! I don’t assume that what motivates me, motivates others. ! I communicate with my team members regularly and take notice of what is important to them. ! I keep a file of notes identifying areas of interest and importance to my team members and use that to reward and provide customized incentives for them.
! I communicate with them to know their professional, and even some personal, aspirations so that I can find ways to connect their role on our team to those aspirations.
! I am committed to helping my team members achieve their professional aspirations and will do
whatever is in my power to do so, even if an opportunity for them means they move on to another team, organization or competitor.
© 2010 Weisman Success Resources, Inc.
!
P.O. Box 5094, Poughkeepsie, NY 12602
phone:845-463-3838
[email protected]
The Employee Motivation Equation
A Recipe for Individual, Team and Organization Success ! ! ! ! ! !!
Leaders’ Inspiration
#"
Leaders’ Humility, Compassion & Empathy
#"
Employees’ Unique Aspiration(s)
!"
Individual / Team Motivation
Leadership & Team/Organization Motivation Assessment: ! Your Employee Motivation Equation Assessment Score: _______________ out of 21 NOTES: In the space below make notes as to the areas where you thought you were performing well and areas you would like to develop better. Areas of Strength:
Areas for Focused Growth and Improvement:
! ! ! !
If you… " have questions, " would like help in learning how to build a team of highly motivated employees at your organization, or " would like to have other leaders in your organization learn to do the same, Skip offers a limited number of complimentary Strategy Sessions each month Apply Here Now! Skip Weisman Weisman Success Resources, Inc. 845-463-3838 e-mail: [email protected] www.WeismanSuccessResources.com!
© 2010 Weisman Success Resources, Inc.
!
P.O. Box 5094, Poughkeepsie, NY 12602
phone:845-463-3838
[email protected]
by
The Employee Motivation Equation (How to Create an Engaged, Enthused & Empowered Team that Wants to Win!)
Skip Weisman Weisman Success Resources, Inc. P.O. Box 5094 Poughkeepsie, NY 12602 845-463-3838 www.SkipWeisman.com The Blog: www.ChampionOrganizations.com
! ! !
!
The Employee Motivation Equation
A Recipe for Team and Organization Success Leaders’ Inspiration
#"
Leaders’ Humility, Compassion & Empathy
#"
Employees’ Unique Aspiration(s)
!"
Individual / Team Motivation
Leaders’ Inspiration: One of the roles of a leader is to set the vision and communicate it to their followers. Whether the leader is leading a family, a business, a religious institution, a community service not-for-profit or a governmental agency the role of the leader is the same. The leader’s role is to inspire others to want to work towards the fulfillment of the vision and purpose articulated by the leader.
Leaders’ Humility, Compassion & Empathy: There difference between mediocre leaders and “Champion” leaders are these three traits: 1. 2.
3.
Humility – allows the leader to project confidence in the face of knowing he/she doesn’t know it all and has room for improvement. A leader with humility to open to feedback and sets the tone for an openness to constructive feedback allowing their organization to grow. Compassion – allows the leader to show he/she cares about the individuals on their team as people and not pawns in the push to achieve the inspiring vision of the leader. Leading with compassion does three things: 1) Allows leaders to get to the know their people and what motivates them, 2) Helps them align their vision for the organization with their individual aspirations of each of their team members, 3) Creates an organizational culture that allows for making mistakes and learning from them, which allows everyone on the team to contribute at a higher level with the right amount of positive, motivating stress. Empathy – flows from compassion and allows the leader to see a situation from another’s perspective and truly appreciate feelings, emotions and challenges of the other human being. Champion leaders are able to express empathy through their specific interactions with others and display empathetic behaviors in a way that connects deeply with their team members, building high levels of trust between them.
Employees’ Unique Aspiration: If a leader goes it alone and creates the vision in a vacuum without understanding the aspirations of those he/she is trying to lead, there will be a limited number of people who will follow with zeal. Most will follow because they have to, not because they want to and buy-in with true commitment will be extremely limited. However, if the leader learns the individual aspirations (or the collective aspirations of a tight knit team whose members all in it for the same reasons) of those they are leading, the vision and the message articulating the vision can be tweaked accordingly so that the purpose of achieving the vision for organization can also be aligned with the purpose of the followers (either individually or collectively). This is called alignment. Aligning the personal aspirations of team members (employees, volunteers, etc.) with the aspirations of the organization.
The Employee Motivation Equation
A Recipe for Individual, Team and Organization Success ! ! ! ! ! !!
Leaders’ Inspiration
#"
Leaders’ Humility, Compassion & Empathy
#"
Employees’ Unique Aspiration(s)
!"
Individual / Team Motivation
Leadership & Team/Organization Motivation Assessment (for Leaders): ! The Employee Motivation Equation Assessment is a diagnostic tool. It serves as a guide to help you develop your leadership style in a manner that, in just a short period of time, will allow you to build a highly motivated team. There are 21 motivational areas of organizational and team leadership that can make a significant difference when fulfilled at the highest level. This Assessment is just a small subset of “The Leadership Audit” developed by Jim Smith, The Executive Happiness Coach® a comprehensive Leadership Assessment of 100 key leadership characteristics over 10 vital leadership responsibilities (if interested in that assessment as well feel free to email Jim at [email protected]
Instructions: 1. Start by checking the box preceding any of the 21 statements. And, add up your score. 2. Be a rigorous, hard grader: If the statement is sometimes, or usually true, PLEASE DO NOT check the box until the statement is virtually always true for you. 3. Use the same context for every statement: Behavior is situational, e.g., a statement may be true at work but not at home. Be consistent with your interpretation. 4. If the statement does not apply to you, check the box: If, because of your role and responsibilities, or particular situation, you may come across a statement that is impossible for you to fulfill you will get credit for it, since it will never apply. However, you may adjust statements slightly so they can fit your situation better. 5. Record Your Score at the End of the Assessment. "# Make notes on actions you want to take, or questions you have regarding each area so that you can discuss them with your coach.!!
Part 1: Leaders’ Inspiration
! As the leader of the team/organization I have developed an inspiring Vision. ! I have articulated my Vision for the team/organization in a manner that is inspiring to myself, and others.
! I have developed a Strategy that can be implemented that will move us towards the fulfillment of that Vision.
! I have shared the Strategy with my team/organization and have allowed an opportunity for feedback and contributions to making it better.
© 2010 Weisman Success Resources, Inc.
!
P.O. Box 5094, Poughkeepsie, NY 12602
phone:845-463-3838
[email protected]
The Employee Motivation Equation
A Recipe for Individual, Team and Organization Success ! ! ! ! ! !!
Leaders’ Inspiration
#"
Leaders’ Humility, Compassion & Empathy
#"
Employees’ Unique Aspiration(s)
!"
Individual / Team Motivation
Leadership & Team/Organization Motivation Assessment: ! Part 2: Leaders’ Humility, Compassion & Empathy
! Humility is one of my core values and I know how to use it to balance a strong leadership personality. ! I am open to constructive feedback from others, and encourage it, when it is delivered in a positive manner.
! I am always looking to improve myself, personally and professionally, and invest time, money and other resources to do so.
! I create a learning environment by treating mistakes as learning opportunities. ! I encourage people to take appropriate breaks from work and to use their full vacation. ! I am flexible with team members who bring personal challenges to my attention in a timely manner, and make reasonable accommodations to support them.
! I acknowledge consistent, positive contributions by team members and reward goal achievement as an incentive.
! I put myself in “others’ shoes” and seek first to understand their perspective on issues. ! I seek to “fix” the problem, not the blame. ! I don’t’ ask my team to do anything that I wouldn’t ask of myself, or haven’t done previously, providing that it isn’t illegal, unethical, or immoral.
! I know how to listen with, and I am comfortable that I know how to respond, with empathy. ! I understand that responding with empathy doesn’t necessarily mean I am relieving a team member of
the responsibility for the situation about which we are communicating and that together we will define appropriate solutions.
Part 3: Employees’ Unique Aspiration(s)
! I don’t assume that what motivates me, motivates others. ! I communicate with my team members regularly and take notice of what is important to them. ! I keep a file of notes identifying areas of interest and importance to my team members and use that to reward and provide customized incentives for them.
! I communicate with them to know their professional, and even some personal, aspirations so that I can find ways to connect their role on our team to those aspirations.
! I am committed to helping my team members achieve their professional aspirations and will do
whatever is in my power to do so, even if an opportunity for them means they move on to another team, organization or competitor.
© 2010 Weisman Success Resources, Inc.
!
P.O. Box 5094, Poughkeepsie, NY 12602
phone:845-463-3838
[email protected]
The Employee Motivation Equation
A Recipe for Individual, Team and Organization Success ! ! ! ! ! !!
Leaders’ Inspiration
#"
Leaders’ Humility, Compassion & Empathy
#"
Employees’ Unique Aspiration(s)
!"
Individual / Team Motivation
Leadership & Team/Organization Motivation Assessment: ! Your Employee Motivation Equation Assessment Score: _______________ out of 21 NOTES: In the space below make notes as to the areas where you thought you were performing well and areas you would like to develop better. Areas of Strength:
Areas for Focused Growth and Improvement:
! ! ! !
If you… " have questions, " would like help in learning how to build a team of highly motivated employees at your organization, or " would like to have other leaders in your organization learn to do the same, Skip offers a limited number of complimentary Strategy Sessions each month Apply Here Now! Skip Weisman Weisman Success Resources, Inc. 845-463-3838 e-mail: [email protected] www.WeismanSuccessResources.com!
© 2010 Weisman Success Resources, Inc.
!
P.O. Box 5094, Poughkeepsie, NY 12602
phone:845-463-3838
[email protected]
