74Creative Teams

Every company has issues, concerns, and problems that call for attention and resolution, but are never adequately assigned or addressed. For example, policies on sick leave may be outdated, some work areas can be too hot or too cold, supplies are in short supply, or there is too much internal e-mail.

There is a proven way to generate excellent solutions to these matters while simultaneously generating an excellent opportunity for employee recognition. These kinds of lingering problems are perfect targets for a task force of employees to address, analyze, and resolve. When employees are invited to do so, they appreciate the recognition associated with being invited onto the problem-solving team, as well as the appreciation that ...

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