BelongHQ

When employees feel a purpose at work, they try new things, engage in deeper learning, and make surprising contributions.

All companies experience shifts in employee engagement, but when a restructuring slashes 50% of your workforce and your eNPS plummets to -73, it feels like the sky is falling. At one company, we faced this exact scenario. Through an intense journey of brutal honesty, empathy, and collaboration, we embarked on a transparent, feedback-driven program inspired by Appreciative Inquiry called the?Voice of the Employee. Here's what happened: -We let the team "get the poison out" with candid feedback sessions—addressing concerns and frustrations head-on. -Through structured focus groups, 15% of the company contributed 76 actionable recommendations for leadership. -Transparency became our cornerstone: monthly reports on progress, fireside chats with execs, and a commitment to open communication. The results? A dramatic turnaround. In just six months, our eNPS climbed from -73 to +8. Some of the lasting impacts: -A refreshed focus on?trust in leadership. -New benefits like a vacation stipend and personal development budgets. -Organizational health tracking. Takeaway: Seeking and acting on feedback builds trust, fosters engagement, and ultimately fuels growth. #EmployeeEngagement #Leadership #Transformation #eNPS #VoiceOfTheEmployee #Transparency #CultureChange #Trust

Belonging?is not just a feel-good concept; it's a?psychological and business necessity. Research from psychology, neuroscience, and anthropology shows that fostering a sense of belonging isn't just about engagement but driving performance, innovation, and retention. Employees who feel they belong are more productive, innovative, and committed. Companies that invest in belonging see performance improvements and reduce turnover. Creating belonging is now a core business strategy for organizations that want to thrive in today’s dynamic environment. #Belonging #EmployeeEngagement #FutureOfWork #WorkplaceCulture #Leadership #HR #Community #DEIB #ERG

Talent strategy will determine whether a company thrives or faces challenges that require a reset. In the Critical Role of Talent in Startup Success, Eric Knauf discusses how founders' and CEOs' engagement with their talent strategy can lead to over-hiring (leading to cash constraints) or under-hiring (resulting in missed opportunities). I explore insights from thought leaders like Ram Charan (Talent Wins) and Eric Ries (The Lean Startup), emphasizing that human capital should be treated as a core asset on par with financial capital. Whether you’re building your first team or scaling operations globally, your talent strategy will determine your success. https://lnkd.in/eXE73yvw #TalentStrategy #StartupSuccess #Leadership #Scaling #WorkforcePlanning #Innovation #TalentAcquisition #TechStartups #Leadership #Scaling