By Evan Hackel
In today’s fast-paced business environment, traditional leadership methods often fall short. However, during my decades of leading many companies to increased profitability and success, I have found a better way that works.
After trying, fine-tuning, and using my new approach, which I call Ingaged Leadership, I have written Ingaging Leadership: The Ultimate Edition in which I explain my new leadership philosophy and practice. Ingaging Leadership: The Ultimate Edition introduces a transformative approach that intimately involves employees in decision-making processes, leading to higher engagement, productivity, employee retention, and satisfaction.
What is Ingaging Leadership?
Ingaging Leadership goes beyond merely engaging employees. It is a process of getting employees to involve their hearts and emotions in what your company does. Some of the key practices of Ingaged Leadership include:
- Ingaged Listening, which is practiced when company leaders consistently listen for what employees are saying that is right, not what is And when a leader hears great “kernels of wisdom” in what people have said, the next step is to empower those workers to develop and implement them.
- Curiosity, in which everyone in an organization is rewarded for seeking and introducing innovative ideas and approaches.
- Intellectual modesty, in which leaders are always ready to accept that the ideas that employees want to implement are often better than their own.
- The development of individual career plans for all employees that enable them to envision and pursue individual success in the organization.
- Recognition and rewards that consistently show employees how much their ideas and efforts are recognized and appreciated.
- The company’s eagerness to recruit and hire employees with strong individual strengths and skills, not only employees who are “just like” company leaders.
- Excellent, ongoing training that develops everyone in an organization and empowers employees to grow and advance.
- An emphasis that employees should have rewarding and positive personal lives, not only be productive employees.
Ingaged Leadership emphasizes the importance of involving team members at all levels, fostering a sense of ownership and commitment to the organization’s success. This approach not only boosts morale but also drives innovation and efficiency.
The Benefits of Ingagement:
- Increased Productivity – When employees are involved in decision-making, they are more invested in the outcomes, leading to higher productivity.
- Better Teamwork – Ingaged teams collaborate more effectively, leveraging diverse perspectives to achieve common goals.
- Higher Retention Rates – Employees who feel valued and involved are less likely to leave, reducing turnover and associated costs.
Real-Life Success Stories
My book provides numerous case studies illustrating how Ingaged leadership has transformed organizations. From rebuilding tarnished brands to doubling business revenues, the results speak for themselves.
In Conclusion
Ingaging Leadership offers a powerful, proven strategy for today’s leaders. By fostering a culture of involvement and collaboration, organizations can achieve unprecedented success. To delve deeper into the concepts and practical applications of Ingaged leadership, consider purchasing Ingaging Leadership: The Ultimate Edition book here.
Currently, a consultant to some of the largest franchise systems in North America. A franchise industry leader, widely published, keynote speaker, member of the New England Franchise Association Board, and Co-chair of the International Franchise Associations Knowledge Share Task Force.|A dynamic, innovative, thoughtful and inspiring leader with 30 years of experience in franchising, distributed networks and cooperatives. Successful history of: (i) turning around a $700 million distressed franchise system into a $2.0 billion revenue business in four years, (ii) reviving and re-energizing a $3.5 billion revenue franchisor and (iii) founding three franchise systems. Experienced corporate board member.
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