AFLA Conference Archives-Work Culture

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In this engaging speech, the speaker discusses leadership and strategies for successfully implementing change and motivating employees. Recognizing that resistance is natural when introducing new ideas, he highlights the importance of effective leadership, which involves using incentives, clear communication, and empowerment. The speaker uses humor and anecdotes to illustrate key points, such as a memorable example involving airline CEOs and how financial incentives dramatically improved operational performance at Continental Airlines. However, such incentives must be considered carefully to avoid creating entitlement and unforeseen problems elsewhere, as shown by the anecdote about flight punctuality leading to increased baggage complaints.<br /><br />The speaker also emphasizes the significance of providing explanations and seeking employee involvement to foster enthusiasm and compliance with new directives. By sharing personal stories, such as involving his daughter in family financial discussions or receiving exceptional customer service from airline staff, the speaker demonstrates the impact of empowerment and caring relationships in the workplace.<br /><br />Moreover, the speaker highlights various motivators, including praise, interesting work, and opportunities for growth, while noting that financial compensation alone does not drive employee performance. He advocates for recognizing employees' efforts, making work enjoyable, and providing opportunities for personal and professional development. By illustrating these points with examples, such as Southwest Airlines' fun culture and Wegmans' educational support, the speaker underscores the connection between a positive work environment and employee satisfaction. Finally, he concludes by noting that leadership is exemplified by actions rather than words, encouraging leaders to serve as positive role models.

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Larry Johnson

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Location Las Vegas, NV

Year 2017

Keywords

leadership

change implementation

employee motivation

incentives

communication

empowerment

work culture

employee development

role models

organizational performance

Las Vegas, NV

2017