How Engaged Are You?

Thereare only three measurements that tell you nearly everything you need to know about your organizations’ overall performance: employee engagement, customer satisfaction, and company profitability. It goes without saying that no company, large or small, can win over the long run without energized employees who believe in the mission and understand how to achieve it.

In January, Barb and I had the honor to represent ALCA at the National Association of Landscape Professionals Leaders Forum and enjoyed one of the keynote speakers Paul Epstein, as he talked about creating a culture of engagement. After listening to Paul, I found myself reflecting on how I could better myself in my personal and professional life. Do I see myself as someone who evolves and changes? Do I put myself out there to meet new people and

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engage in their experiences? Have I given myself the opportunity to learn and grow with someone whether it is a mentor or a collogue?

Believe it or not, I am not one to step out of my box nor do I like change (hence my AOL email address that I still rock to this day)! In order to have continued success, you have to evolve and change your focus. Engage with your community and your environment around you. Engage with your employees and clients. Create the relationship that both people benefit from by continued growth and success. Making this commitment in my professional life will allow me to connect the dots between my role and the goals of our company.

Moving forward, I am going to commit to engage in my surroundings and continue to feed my personal growth and I challenge you to do the same. With that being said, if our paths cross and we have never been formally introduced, don’t be surprised if I come up to you and introduce myself. I am excited to have the opportunity evolve in this industry together. Lastly, thank you to the NALP for hosting a fabulous summit. Barb and I are looking forward to next year!

Cheers, Nickie

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