TRY THINKING OF YOUR ORGANIZATION AS A MUSCLE. In order to build muscle, you first must tear it down to allow it to rebuild and grow stronger. The first time you hit the gym after a period of inactivity the result is usually pain and doubt about whether it is worthwhile to continue. The same is true within your company. Organizations will not remain stagnant. If we have continuous growth and development, the organization prospers. If we defer our efforts regarding the development and enhancement of our culture, we will see our company atrophy. What they say in the gym resonates in the board room: “No pain, no gain.”
KEY QUESTION: How do you create an engaged workforce?