Go Beyond the Job Description

Book excerpt: What do you do well that you don't use at work? In Go Beyond the Job Description, HR professionals and general managers will learn how to increase individual and team contributions by using what they already know and demonstrates in step-by-step style how to increase productivity, motivation, and engagement in individuals with a proven 100-day project called Talent Engagement Optimization (TEO). TEO is using more of what people already have, but are not using, in their jobs. It looks beyond the day-to-day tasks and responsibilities and considers in depth the employee talents, opportunities, and development now and in the future, and incorporates them in practical and meaningful ways that benefits employee and organization. Features include an online assessment to learn your own Talent Engagement Zone, a Development Plan, Strategic Program Transition Plan, and Additional Resources and Tools. A methodical and insightful book with detailed guidelines for any HR manager looking to optimize employee talent and build sustainable engagement, especially those with limited time and funds.