Management Tip of the Day: Two Rules for Keeping Employees Happy and Engaged

Are you having trouble viewing this email? If so, click here to see it in a web browser. HOME   |   TIPS   |   BLOGS   |   THE MAGAZINE   |   BOOKS   |   STORE RSS   |   Mobile DECEMBER 17, 2012 Two Rules for Keeping Employees Happy and Engaged Every manager wants a team of dedicated employees. And yet, many bosses fail to do their part to make this happen. Here are two things you can do for your employees to earn their commitment: Put their needs before yours. Treat them justly and do what's right for them and the organization, not just what works for you personally. Give them opportunities to excel, and provide support if they fail. Be willing to take personal risks for the right employee. This will generate loyalty for years to come. Give them autonomy. Freedom can exponentially increase an employee's excitement. Make sure their passions align with the organizational direction, and give them some high-level boundaries, resources, and introductions to make it happen. Then remove obstacles and help them handle challenges. Most importantly, always give them credit for their success. Today's Management Tip was adapted from "Four Lessons From the Best Bosses I Ever Had" by Deborah Mills-Scofield. Read the full post and join the discussion » Share Today's Tip: FEATURED PRODUCT Better Decision Making Collection: How to Make the Right Choice Special Collection Why do smart and experienced managers keep believing they have made the right choice, even when negative results are staring them in the face? This specially-priced collection will help people at all levels understand the fundamental practices of effective decision making and negotiation skills so they can make better choices in both their professional and personal lives. Save 30% off the regular prices when you order this special collection — and start making smarter choices today. ADVERTISEMENT Follow the Tip: PREVIOUS TIPS Focus Your Sales Pitch by Subtraction Focus on a Career Direction, Not a Specific Job Don't Sacrifice Long-Term Growth Just to Hit Your Forecast Before a Big Presentation, Brainstorm Quit Your Job, for Real This Time Don't Be a Bad Boss The One Person Every Network Needs Be Assertive While Being Yourself Motivate Disgruntled Employees Use "Returnships" to Bring in Fresh Talent All Previous Tips BEST SELLERS HBR's 10 Must Reads: The Essentials HBR's 10 Must Reads Library Set Guide to Persuasive Presentations Guide to Better Business Writing Guide to Getting the Right Work Done Introducing Mobile ManageMentor Powered by the proven content of Harvard ManageMentor™ iTunes >> Android >> UNSUBSCRIBE   |   UPDATE YOUR PROFILE   |   MORE EMAIL NEWSLETTERS   |   PRIVACY POLICY Was this email forwarded to you? If so, sign up to start receiving your own copy. ABOUT THIS MAILING LIST You have received this message because you subscribed to the "Management Tip of the Day" email newsletter from Harvard Business Review. If at any point you wish to remove yourself from this list, change your email address, or sign up for other email newsletters and alerts, please visit the Harvard Business Review Email Newsletter Preference Center. OPT OUT If you do not wish to receive any email messages from Harvard Business Review, click here. ADVERTISE WITH HBR This enewsletter is read by thousands of decision makers every day. Learn more about connecting your brand with this audience. Copyright © 2012 Harvard Business School Publishing, an affiliate of Harvard Business School. All rights reserved. Harvard Business Publishing | 60 Harvard Way | Boston, MA 02163 Customer Service: 800-545-7685 (+1-617-783-7600 outside the U.S. and Canada)