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WHAT IS EMPOWERMENT?

the process of allowing an individual to think, behave, take action,

and control work and decision making in autonomous ways.

the state of feeling self-empowered to take control of one's own

destiny.

involvement and participative management of the employee

ADVANTAGES

reduce the administrative time

reduce effort and cost of looking after staff

increased employee education and training

employees participate in creating their own goals

employees are likely to agree with changes if

they participate in decision making

DISADVANTAGES

power abuse

too much responsibility

increased conflict or power struggle

between employees

SOME EMPLOYEES MAY NOT BE KNOWLEDGEABLE ENOUGH

ALL EMPLOYEES MUST AGREE TO THE CONCEPT

I N C R E A S E D C O S T F O R T H E T R A I N I N G A N D E D U C A T I O N

PRINCIPLES OF EMPOWERING

demonstrate that you value people

share leadership vision

share goals and direction

trust people

provide info on decision making

provide frequent feedback

reward and recognize empowered behavior

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