Speak Up and Be Heard

Speak Up and Be Heard

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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!