The staff engagement star (below) is a visual representation of the key factors that contribute to a sense of engagement from staff. It could provide a framework to help increase engagement.

 

Consider the following:

• How are you currently engaging your team?
• What informal and formal opportunities are you creating to ensure they have the opportunity to shape and contribute to your business goals and activities?
• How much information do you give them and how empowered are they to act on their initiative?
• How much do you listen to their ideas and act on them?