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Employee Satisfaction Is NOT The Same Thing As Employee Engagement

Often, when we talk to a potential client, they may start the discussion by telling us that they have very high employee engagement scores. However, upon further investigation, we find that in fact, they are really measuring satisfaction rather than engagement. So what’s the difference? First of all, I want to be clear that it is possible to have both satisfied and engaged employees. But it’s equally possible to have satisfied employees who are not engaged. 

Posted by Rick DeMarco at 9:00am

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Employee Loyalty and the Emotional Gap

As a leader, it can be difficult to understand what your employees really want from their jobs. Trying to deliver “happiness” is too vague and intangible, especially when each person’s definition of happiness is different. Marketing Metrix published some interesting research on employee satisfaction in the hospitality industry. The results are quite staggering.

Posted by Allan Steinmetz at 9:49am

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Infographic: Shocking Employee Engagement Statistics

An interesting infographic by Officevibe captures popular misconceptions regarding employee engagement in the workplace. It stresses the importance of having committed employees and the overall impact they have on the success of the company.

Posted by Allan Steinmetz at 5:45pm

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Five Brands with the Best Employee Engagement

This past year we were impressed with several brands that demonstrated how employee engagement can successfully be integrated with a brand's image. These brands have truly committed to employee satisfaction, and it can be seen on the face of every worker. These companies understand the power of alignment between the brand and employee, and creatively brought their brand values to employees by embedding it into their everyday lives at the office. These five brands show that they don’t just talk the talk, they walk the walk.

Posted by Allan Steinmetz at 9:00am

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Five Myths of Employee Engagement Infographic

This infographic created by Michael C Fina accurately depicts many misconceptions in the workplace today. While debunking the myths, it also simultaneously highlights the importance of employee engagement and its key role for maintaining a powerful staff. Having intangible rewards that give employees incentives makes for a higher return on investment and creates an environment of happy campers. Treating each individual equally and applauding their accomplishments are just a few suggestions to becoming an effective and amiable boss. 

Posted by Allan Steinmetz at 2:00am

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Four Apps to Gamify Your Life

As gamification continues to be a prominent topic of discussion in the workplace, it is simultaneously growing in the social world. With smart phones becoming a necessity in our lives, apps have become a useful tool to keep us organized, entertained and up to date in our fluctuating world. There are now apps that are designed to help you live the lifestyle you desire, and will reward you for every step towards that direction. Here are some notable apps that can help gamify your personal life. 

Posted by Allan Steinmetz at 9:00am

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