Big buzzwords in the world of work are engagement and ownership.
· Engagement is exemplified through doing and understanding – actively being a part of something, working with others, paying attention, committed.
· Taking ownership at work means being accountable for your tasks, decisions, and the result that comes from your efforts. It's about recognizing the importance of your role and that you can make a positive impact. You don't wait for someone else to solve your problems or tell you what to do.
These two often go together but don’t have to. You want every employee to be engaged – actively involved, always interested, doing their best. It’s what makes them feel a part of the organization. But not everyone will want to take ownership – your job is to know which ones are naturally attuned to each of these levels of involvement and manage them appropriately. It’s not uncommon for an engaged employee to grow into a sense of ownership – pay attention if they do and grow your supervision appropriately, offering more responsibility and accountability. These will be your future leaders, part of the growth of the organization. But either way, involvement is the most powerful weapon a team or organization can have. Get engaged with your employees and develop their sense of involvement today.
Patricia Susan Summitt (1952 – 2016): American women's college basketball head coach and college basketball player who served as the head coach of the University of Tennessee Lady Vols basketball team from 1974 to 2012.
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