Work expectations are those things people consider likely to happen in their job situation, either now or in the future. Whether spoken or unspoken, met or unmet, expectations have a powerful impact on our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and play a key role in driving our attitudes. Research shows that people who have clearly defined, well-communicated expectations find more satisfaction and success in their work than people whose expectations go unspoken or unrealized. And companies that employ satisfied, successful people reap the rewards of increased productivity and reduced turnover.
One of the newer additions to the Core Collection is one you may not know a lot about — theWork Expectations Profile. Inscape developed theWork Expectations Profile. because we were hearing more about the importance of work expectations in the employment relationship from behavioral researchers. Their research has demonstrated that identifying and managing employees' expectations in the workplace leads to positive benefits for the organization.
The Work Expectations Profile helps people identify their high expectations and then learn how to communicate those expectations, take initiative to get them met, and adjust them when necessary. Inscape distributors have found the Work Expectations Profile a valuable tool in a wide range of applications, including organizational development and management development.
Explore 10 Key Expectations
In a typical employment situation, certain expectations — such as salary, hours, and job duties — are clearly understood by both employer and employee. Other expectations, however, are so intimately linked to an individual’s concept of work that they oftentimes go unspoken or unacknowledged. The Work Expectations Profile helps people explore 10 work expectations that impact today’s employment relationships:
Recognition
Autonomy
Expression
Career Growth
Diversity
Teamwork
Structure
Environment
Balance
Stability
Multi-Dimensional Tool Suits Today's Business Climate
The Work Expectations Profile helps to uncover and explore employees' expectations in a variety of employment situations, including:
working on a team
transitioning to a new position
experiencing organizational restructuring
creating meaningful performance reviews
making the most of the office routine
Focus/Reflect/Act Model Delivers Memorable Learning
Work Expectations Profile helps people:
Focus on their high expectations
Reflect on whether their high expectations are met/unmet and whether they are spoken/unspoken
Act on what they've discovered
Open The Door to Mutual Understanding
The Work Expectations Profile helps people in your organization:
Enhanced employee performance
Increased employee commitment
Higher retention rates
Increased job satisfaction
More trust between employer and employee
identify their expectations
discover which expectations they consider most important
learn how to communicate, initiate action, and adjust expectations
get feedback on managing their expectations
improve their outlook and enhance their attitude toward work
enjoy the benefits of increased job satisfaction and improved performance
Are you interested in learning more about applications for the Work Expectations Profile? Read the Applications Guide.
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