How can we engage and encourage the teams to live the new ‘guiding principles’

Engaging and encouraging teams to live by new guiding principles is crucial for successful implementation and adoption within an organization. One effective way to achieve this is by creating a strong sense of purpose and alignment with the principles. For example, a study by Gallup found that organizations with highly engaged teams experience a 21% increase in profitability. This highlights the importance of fostering a culture where employees are motivated and committed to upholding the guiding principles. One way to engage and encourage teams is through effective communication and transparency. Leaders can hold regular meetings to discuss the guiding principles, provide updates on progress, and seek feedback from team members. This open dialogue helps to create a shared understanding and ownership of the principles. An analogy that can be used is that of a sports team. Just like a successful sports team needs to be aligned with their coach’s strategy and goals, employees must be aligned with the organization’s guiding principles to achieve success. Without this alignment, there can be confusion, lack of motivation, and ultimately failure to achieve desired outcomes. To further encourage teams to live by the new guiding principles, recognition and rewards can be implemented. Acknowledging and celebrating individuals and teams who exemplify the principles can serve as motivation for others to follow suit. This can create a culture where living by the guiding principles is not only expected but also rewarded. One verifiable fact is that according to a study by Deloitte, organizations with a strong company culture are 12 times more likely to experience high employee engagement. This emphasizes the importance of fostering a positive culture aligned with the guiding principles to engage and encourage teams effectively.