Target Audience
Directors, Business Leaders, HR Directors, Managers and Entrepreneurs. Programme Standards
- Maximum 6 attendees - 30 days of one to one support - Handouts - Programme director/s with at least a Masters Degree in the subject - Convenient morning timings or in-house at any time for a minimum of two bookings - Can be configured to address a number of professions and industry sectors Price
EUR248 ex VAT per participant. |
Retention and Employee Engagement Workshop
Employee engagement is a cornerstone of organisational success, driving productivity, satisfaction, and retention. However, fostering engagement requires managers to address diverse factors such as leadership styles, organisational culture, team dynamics, and individual traits. This workshop explores how leadership approaches influence team morale, how organisational culture fosters or stifles engagement, and the nuances of employee personality traits shaped by culture, gender, age, life-cycle priorities, ambition, and social norms. Managers will learn to adapt their strategies to inspire commitment, enhance workplace enthusiasm, and create a supportive environment tailored to their team’s unique needs. Topics Covered
Leadership Styles and Their Impact on Engagement Leadership styles directly influence employee engagement and retention. This module examines various styles, from transformational to transactional leadership, and their effects on morale, motivation, and productivity. Managers will assess their default leadership approach and learn how to adapt it to different team needs and scenarios. Organisational Culture and Employee Engagement Organisational culture plays a pivotal role in shaping employee perceptions and behaviours. This module delves into the elements of culture—values, norms, rituals, and communication styles—that influence engagement levels. Participants will explore the alignment between company culture and employee expectations, identifying gaps that hinder retention. Strategies for building an inclusive, adaptive, and innovative culture will be introduced, alongside techniques for addressing resistance to change. Understanding Team Dynamics and Acceptance Team cohesion and acceptance are critical to fostering engagement. This module focuses on building teams where employees feel valued, respected, and included. Managers will explore the psychological factors that drive team dynamics, such as trust, conflict resolution, and collaboration. By fostering a sense of belonging, managers can empower teams to reach their full potential. Employee Personality Traits and Work Attitudes Employees bring unique personality traits and attitudes shaped by culture, gender, age, and personal priorities. This module provides tools to understand these variations and tailor engagement strategies accordingly. Managers will learn to identify personality types using frameworks like MBTI or DISC and address individual motivations. Real-life scenarios will illustrate how life-cycle priorities (e.g., family, career growth, retirement planning) and social norms impact work attitudes. Strategic Retention Planning Retention begins with understanding employee aspirations and aligning them with organisational objectives. This module guides managers in developing retention strategies that integrate career development, recognition, and work-life balance. Participants will learn to conduct stay interviews, implement professional growth plans, and design reward systems that foster loyalty. Special focus will be given to early identification of disengagement signs and proactive intervention techniques. By the end of this module, managers will have a customised retention blueprint to sustain a committed, high-performing workforce. |