In this enlightening episode of the SDSS Podcast, hosts Tim Keefe and Andreas Wieman,
co-authors of the bestseller "Stop Doing Stupid Stuff," dive deep into the pivotal role of employee experience in shaping business success.
Through a candid conversation filled with humor, real-world anecdotes, and practical advice, they explore why listening to employees is not just beneficial but essential for cultivating a positive workplace culture and driving productivity.
Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the impact of employee-centric initiatives, the dangers of quiet quitting, and innovative strategies to enhance employee motivation and retention.
Key Topics Covered:
The Significance of Employee Experience: Exploring why employee experience matters and debunking the misconception that employees only contribute minimally to business operations.
Quiet Quitting and Employee Visibility: Reflecting on the phenomenon of quiet quitting and the historical perspective of "retired in place," emphasizing the importance of visibility and engagement in the workplace.
The Role of Leadership: Discussing the critical role of CEOs, managing directors, and frontline managers in guiding and supporting employees, and the necessity of creating a supportive environment that fosters productivity.
Listening to Employees: The importance of genuinely listening to employee feedback to improve culture, productivity, and the work environment. Introduction of the BalancedWise IQ tool as an example of how companies can effectively gather and act on employee insights.
Addressing the Fear of Retaliation: Highlighting a conversation with an HR leader about the need for anonymity in feedback tools due to a culture of retaliation, and the importance of creating a safe space for honest feedback.
The Power of Feedback: The value of continuous feedback over traditional suggestion boxes or annual surveys, and the impact of listening on employee motivation, retention, and overall business success.
Employee-Centric Initiatives: Examples of how introducing employee-centric measures, like common room enhancements, can be assessed for their impact on productivity and employee satisfaction.
The Future of Employee Engagement: Considering the evolving expectations of the workforce, especially among younger employees, and the necessity for employers to adapt their engagement strategies accordingly.
Tim Keefe Quotes:
On the Importance of Employee Feedback:"Here at Transform CX, we sell a product called BalancedWise IQ, which is all about implementing a pulse check tool for companies to actually listen to their employees."
On the Culture of Retaliation:"And her immediate response was it has to be anonymous, because in our organization, we have a culture of retaliation. And I was like, just floored..."
On Listening and Acting on Feedback:“Do we have the right skills, the right way, and the right tools to absorb this feedback in a way that's information-based or data-based, rather than emotional?”
Andreas Wieman Quotes:
On Employee Engagement and Productivity:"It's, the employees are the most important piece of the business. I mean, you can rationalize that, you know, the CEOs, the managing directors, etc., are there to be decisive and give guidance, but really give guidance to who? It's to the people, right, the frontline workers in a lot of cases."
On the Necessity of Listening to Employees:"You got to listen to them. You got to hear what they're telling you. A lot of them are afraid for, honestly, reasons that they kind of sometimes create in their own mind.""Start listening to your people. Trust me, it's free advice. I'm not going to charge you for that."
On the Importance of Continuous Feedback:"Just think about, if you talk to your employee once a week, and they don't know how they're feeling about, you know, how this week went, what was the best interaction that they had..."
On Self Motivation:
“The whole goal is to get people to be self-motivated. It's more about how we can get them to a state of mind that says, 'I want to do this because I'm motivated to help people. I'm motivated to earn that bonus which is derived from helping people and helping customers. We got to figure out how you get that self-motivation factor in there.”
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We strongly advise getting a copy of Tim and Andreas' book, "Stop Doing Stupid Stuff," for those who feel motivated by today's discussion and want to learn more about these transformative concepts.
Available on Amazon, SDSS promises to be your guide to fostering a smarter, more value-driven work and business environment.
About the Podcast: Stop Doing Stupid Stuff
Welcome to "Stop Doing Stupid Stuff, hosted by Tim Keefe and Andreas Wieman.
Drawing inspiration from their newly-released book of the same name, Andreas and Tim break down complex topics into digestible bites, empowering listeners to eliminate inefficiencies, innovate, and bring about meaningful transformation in their businesses and workplaces.
But why “Stop Doing Stupid Stuff”? Because in today's fast-paced, ever-evolving digital world, we often find ourselves trapped in patterns that are outdated, redundant, or simply not serving us anymore.
With their combined experience spanning several decades, our hosts offer unique perspectives and actionable strategies to help businesses and individuals alike navigate these challenges and make smarter choices.
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