Putting engagement�on the agenda

Creating change

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Process

• Review psychologically safe discussions
• Recap definition and statements
• Align employee input with evidence-based actions
• Define criteria for choosing actions
• Complete Creating change worksheets
• Share ideas
• Vote | Refine | Commit

Psychologically safe discussions

• Focus on moving forward �and not on the past
• Offer constructive suggestions �for improvement
• Discuss ideas, not individuals
• Give everyone the chance �to contribute

A work environment where employees feel connected to their work, co-workers and their organization and are motivated to do their job well.

I enjoy �my work

I am willing to give extra effort at work if needed

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My work is an important part �of who I am

I am committed �to the success �of my organization

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I am proud of �the work I do

I am committed �to the success �of my team

Evidence-based actions �for creating change

Suggested by Guarding Minds at Work �to improve engagement in the workplace

Creating change criteria

• Honours the input of our employees
• Improves engagement
• Is within our budget
• Is easy to implement now
• Minimizes risk to psychological safety

Creating change process

Appropriateness

Acceptability

Accessibility

Efficiency

Effectiveness

Safety

Choosing our actions

Vote for the action(s) you feel:

• Is most likely to improve engagement �in our workplace
• Minimizes unintended risk �to psychological safety

Refine our action(s)

1. Consider potential challenges
2. Look for areas to improve effectiveness

Committing to our success

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