GET RID OF "ENGAGEMENT'

Friends,

For those of you turned off by the word ENGAGEMENT, remember that the most important thing a manager needs to do is motivate her/his staff is developing a trusting relationship.

Not to "engage".  When I need to have greater trust with my wife, I don't ask her to "engage" with me.  She would think I am a consultant!

I call this relationship building [sometimes harder for men than women].

Here is an example from the Harvard Business Review, July 1, 2013
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BUILD A STRONG RELATIONSHIP WITH YOUR NEW BOSS

Don't stay away.  Even if she gives you a lot of freedom, resist the urge to take it. Gen on your manager's calendar regularly to communicate any issues you are facing and get her input.

Don't run down a checklist.  Assume she wants to focus on the most important things you are trying to do and how she can help. Focus on no more than three things in each meeting.

Clarify expectations early and often.  Check in regularly to make sure you fully understand her expectations.