Poll after poll has confirmed that an astonishing number of workers
are disengaged from their work. Why is this happening? And how can we
fix the problem?
In this bold, enlightening book, social psychologist and professor
Daniel M. Cable takes leaders into the minds of workers and reveals the
surprising secret to restoring their zest for work.
Disengagement isn't a motivational problem, it's a biological one.
Humans aren't built for routine and repetition. We're designed to crave
exploration, experimentation, and learning--in fact, there's a part of
our brains, which scientists have coined "the seeking system," that
rewards us for taking part in these activities. But the way
organizations are run prevents many of us from following our innate
impulses. As a result, we shut down.
Things need to change. More than ever before, employee creativity and
engagement are needed to win. Fortunately, it won't take an extensive
overhaul of your organizational culture to get started. With small
nudges, you can personally help people reach their fullest potential.
Alive at Work reveals:
- How to encourage people to bring their best selves to work and use
their greatest strengths to help your organization flourish
- How to build creative environments that motivate people to share
ideas, work smarter, and embrace change
- How to enhance people's connection to their work and your customers
- How to create personalized experiences that help people feel a deeper
sense of purpose
Filled with fascinating stories from the author's extensive research,
Alive at Work is the inspirational guide that you need to tap into the
passion, creativity, and purpose fizzing beneath the surface of every
person who falls under your leadership.
