With burnout rising, employee engagement falling, and and people continuing to quit their jobs even in the midst of economic uncertainty, organizations must sharpen their focus on employee retention. While compensation and benefits are an important part of retaining employees, the source of lasting loyalty to an organization is typically something deeper.
Leading with Compassion Has Research-Backed Benefits
Why it helps you and your workplace — and how to get better at it.
February 27, 2023
Juan Moyano/Stocksy
Summary.
How do organizations earn employee loyalty? Lasting relationships aren’t merely achieved through compensation and material perks; they’re nurtured by human connection and compassion. Research has shown the benefits of being compassionate on health and personal relationships, but it’s also incredibly beneficial to professional success — but it has to be authentically altruistic. The good news is that becoming more compassionate is not only possible; it’s actionable. The authors recommend managers take the following actions to grow in their own compassion: Start small, be thankful, be purposeful, find common ground, see it, elevate, and know your power.