Speak
Up and Be Heard
Hello & Welcome!
Did you know that business
owners and leaders often wish their employees would speak up more? Here are a
few of the things bosses want their employees to talk about when experienced or
noticed:
When You are not Being Challenged
If you are slogging
through your days working on tasks you find mundane and uninspiring, it’s your
job to speak up and say something. Bosses recognize that the majority of
employees want to be growing and making their way up the corporate ladder, but
remember: they cannot read your mind. They might not realize that you’re
not being challenged or may think you have enough on your plate already, so be
sure to set the record straight.
When You Notice Low Morale among Others
Most bosses can see or
feel when there’s tension among the ranks, but not always. Depending on the
company, bosses may be in or out for various things and not realize how the
team is actually doing. Your boss will appreciate your read on the employee morale
situation whether for good or bad. Companies depend on the health of the teams
within them, so be willing to point out when you see an issue and fight for
things that will bring the team closer together
When You Believe
You have a Better Idea
Do not keep your innovative ideas to
yourself! If you notice a way that policies, procedures, or processes could be
better, speak up. Ideas, even “dumb” ones, spark other ideas that spark other
ideas that lead to excellent ideas. So, in reality, there are no “dumb” ideas.
Be willing to point out and share solutions on how you believe things could be
done better – for the company and for the employees too.
Until next time!
