My Manager - How employees feel about and communicate with their direct manager
The quality of direct line management really impacts engagement, after all the latest stats suggest that 7 out of 10 people leave their manager and not their organisation.
Great managers should be selling the direction and vision of the organisation, helping others see how their role impacts the bigger picture, ultimately influencing the factor My Company. Good Managers recognise the importance of growing and developing their people, which means the My Manager factor also has a significant impact on the factor Personal Growth.
When it comes to My Team, great managers build great teams, but world class managers also focus on connecting teams throughout the organisation. Managers can heavily influence the Wellbeing factor by helping to positively restore a work/life balance, managing employee workload and recognising that employees have a life outside of work
In the last year they have held and supported several charity events for 'Movember', Children in Need, Children Today and Harris Hospice. Furthermore, they give their supplier gifts to their nominated charity for them to distribute to patients and use as charity raffle gifts.
In recognition of a record production year, all employees were invited to attend an all-expenses paid celebration party on a Thames river boat in September. This was a particularly memo marble event.
The Principal in Selby College is focused on people, which makes him an outstanding leader. Instead of seeing people as one of the many priorities, they always put the emphasis on people issues first. They are able to see matters holistically, acting in a way that makes a difference to the immediate recipient and how they can further create an outstanding atmosphere in the workplace, that will not only benefit staff but feed through to learners. In the current climate of economic uncertainty the Principal at Selby College demonstrates their personal integrity, in addition to their leadership ability to inspire trust in their staff, through an open door policy, where any member of staff can approach him to discuss any matter at anytime. Also, they regularly communicate with all staff members, asking how they are and talk through any problems. This could be done over a coffee or an informal conversation. There are few organisations where any staff member can talk to the Principal without an appointment or fear of reprisal. However, the above is testament to positive culture the Principal has created, which is the opposite of many organisations.
The Principal and Senior Management Team get out and about and ‘walk the floor' a symbolic act that conveys their philosophy,of employee engagement rather than hiding themselves away. The above generates immense respect and employee engagement to the highest level, as staff are listened to and ideas and feedback, which gives credence to the ethos that Selby College staff are valued.
Riverbed Technology is committed to enhancing the quality of life of employees and their families. By offering competitive salaries and comprehensive packages of various benefits they strive to create an environment that attracts the most highly qualified individuals.
The CEO has embedded a culture within the organisation that nurtures and provides the environment for innovation and employee self-expression. The open-door policy and employee communications within Riverbed enables each and every employee to directly communicate their ideas and thoughts to Jerry Kennelly and his executive team.
Punter Southall Group grant an increase to salary following exam passes in various professional courses. They believe this is effective as it encourages their staff to develop themselves professionally and thereby enhance their future career prospects, but it is also valuable to the business as it can indicate to its clients that its staff are professionally trained and qualified.
Punter Southall Group grant an increase to salary following exam passes in various professional courses. They believe this is effective as it encourages their staff to develop themselves professionally and thereby enhance their future career prospects, but it is also valuable to the business as it can indicate to its clients that its staff are professionally trained and qualified.
Every year the Company goes on a 5 star incentive trip which is for employees who have met their objectives and performed at the very top of their game. One of the highlight events on all 5 star trips is a team helicopter ride. In May 2012, 18 staff members and Directors enjoyed a trip of a lifetime to Hong Kong. In previous years, the trips have included the Seychelles, Monaco, Barcelona, New York, Las Vegas and this year Sun City. These trips include staying in a luxury resort as well as enjoying high adrenaline activities and wonderful meals, evenings socialising and some unforgettable memories. Because it is a mix of staff, everyone has a chance to bond and get to know each other outside of a work environment. Everyone returns with their own stories, pictures, and memories. These are truly trips of a life time and the motivation to return to another 5 star trip is always high in the agenda!
Every year the Company goes on a 5 star incentive trip which is for employees who have met their objectives and performed at the very top of their game. One of the highlight events on all 5 star trips is a team helicopter ride. In May 2012, 18 staff members and Directors enjoyed a trip of a lifetime to Hong Kong. In previous years, the trips have included the Seychelles, Monaco, Barcelona, New York, Las Vegas and this year Sun City. These trips include staying in a luxury resort as well as enjoying high adrenaline activities and wonderful meals, evenings socialising and some unforgettable memories. Because it is a mix of staff, everyone has a chance to bond and get to know each other outside of a work environment. Everyone returns with their own stories, pictures, and memories. These are truly trips of a life time and the motivation to return to another 5 star trip is always high in the agenda!
At Porter Novelli, the well-being of employees is taken seriously. The company has piloted a programme which involves a series of lunchtime sessions to support your Mind, Body or Soul. For example, a personal trainer came in to give free exercise and dietary advice, the company also had pop up shops from Aveda and Stella & Dot. These invited experts improved staff's knowledge on things ranging from personal finance to ordering wine at client lunches.
Porter Novelli gives every member of staff a half day to do something of their choice for charity. The company encourages staff to club together for bigger effect but the choice is theirs. Porter Novelli asks staff to share their efforts so the rest of the company can be inspired to also participate in charitable activities. So far people have walked dogs for cancer, raised money for Cancer Research, fed the homeless, participated in the London Triathlon and Marathon and much more. The commercial value of this time is more than £30K per annum.
Pertemps Professional Staffing Network Limited has a training programme that has been rolled out and further developed over the past year. The programme trains managers around setting goals, coaching and recognising the importance of being a leader and role model.
The company has an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) where all employees have access to a confidential Assistance Programme that is managed by an external supplier. They have "Break Out" areas in all of the company offices, these are areas where staff can get away from their desks at lunchtimes or for short breaks to relax or have informal meetings
Party Delights Ltd believe that by giving the employees a clean and pleasant working environment, along with a sensible working day (37.5 hours per week), work/live balance is maintained.
As Party Delights Ltd is a party company, they have regular events to coincide with celebrated occasions. These range from "Cupcake" week competitions, Red Nose Day events, and many others. These events build a great team spirit.
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