Next week, Wednesday 23 November, we are hosting an executive Round Table on Employee Engagement. This event will be all about increasing employee engagement from an internal communications perspective. In preparation of the event we asked our chairwoman of the day, communication and engagement expert Nathalie Soeteman, 3 questions to introduce the topic.
Why should the topic ‘Employee Engagement’ on the agenda of an internal communications manager?
Deloitte’s Analysis on Global Human Capital Trends 2016 shows that 81% of global executives and board members feel they should pay a lot more attention to employee engagement. In fact the topic ranks fourth in the top 10 of important challenges. Third place goes to culture design. And we all know these two topics walk hand in hand and have a major influence on all business results. So, reason one to have Employee Engagement on the agenda is making a significant contribution to fulfilling the boards’ wishes and contribute to the organizations long term strategy.
To what extend is internal communication related to Employee Engagement?
Well, I don’t want to exaggerate but, I do believe that it’s all about internal communications when you want to increase Employee Engagement. Of course, HR and Marketing should be aligned during the process. Through internal communication channels, both online and offline, one can change knowledge, skills and eventually behavior by involving people, letting culture champions shine and facilitating them in their success.
Where to start with Employee Engagement?
I think the first step should be examining the current level of engagement in your organization. Don’t just hold a survey. But, start with tracing employees who already are big fans of the brand. Talk to employees throughout all departments of the organization. And create a movement where they can meet and reinforce each other.
About Nathalie Soeteman
Nathalie Soeteman is Chief Communications and Engagement Officer at Power2Improve. She has been working in the communications field for over 15 years and helped various complex organizations in transition with management, marketing, communication and engagement programs. For instance, at SNS Bank Nathalie introduced and facilitated an employee engagement and advocacy program which is featured as a best practice in several media appearances and publications. Other companies where she created very successful employee engagement programs are: Vodafone, Endemol Group and Telegraaf Media Group. Nathalie is an inspiring speaker and a much sought after executive and business coach.
About the Round Table
Led by Nathalie Soeteman, Chief Communications and Engagement Officer at Power2Improve, and together with speaker Claudia van Loon, Communications executive at DELA, we will discuss the role of Internal Communications Managers with respect to Employee Engagement.
Our speakers will share several best practices. We are also curious about your thoughts. That’s why we want to start a discussion and answer your questions on the topic. The discussion among all attendees will be guided by our chairwoman of the day, communications and engagement expert Nathalie Soeteman.
When: Wednesday 23 November 2016, 13.30 till 17.00
Where: BAUT & Dreesmann
Keen on joining the event next week? Subscribe via this link. Note: since the event is in Dutch, all the additional information will be in Dutch as well
