What Does it Mean to Have Employees as Growth Partners?

In today’s evolving workplace, we hear a lot about "employee engagement" and "company culture," but how often do we consider the true meaning behind making employees growth partners?

Contrary to popular belief, this concept goes far beyond equity sharing or a formalized legal relationship. It’s more than a new term for your team members or a trendy phrase for how you refer to your employees. Instead, it's a mindset—a way of fundamentally rethinking how we view, value, and support our people.

As Tom Miller, CEO, and Ken Gibson, Senior Vice President at VisionLink, explain in this brief excerpt from Accelerate 2024, making employees growth partners is an acknowledgment of their essential role in your company’s future. It’s a commitment to viewing them as integral contributors to business success, fostering an environment where they’re genuinely motivated to grow alongside the company.

Why Partnering for Growth Matters

When employees are treated as growth partners, they feel empowered and inspired to bring their “best selves” to work. Because they feel their contributions matter, they are more engaged, creative, and aligned with the company's growth goals. This shift isn’t just beneficial to the individual—it strengthens the organization as a whole.

In this video clip, VisionLink’s Tom Miller and Ken Gibson explain what it means to develop a growth partner culture and how it can transform your business.

For more insights on creating a financial relationship with your team that fosters a culture of growth, join us on November 20th to learn: “6 Ways to Reward Long-Term Performance—Without Sharing Stock.” Sign up: https://visionlink.co/plus-november

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