Make your company a place that people want to join and stay with. Continually identify ways to keep people in the loop. Even when there are setbacks, rumors of an acquisition, or anticipated changes in the environment, people want to know what's going on. As leaders, we may be tempted to keep information guarded until we have the full implementation plan. However, most staff want to be a part of the planning, want input into decision-making, and don't like surprises anymore than we do.
Top talent is attracted to, and wants to work in, open learning environments.
Most enjoy being part of a creative team doing collaborative projects. Actively seek these opportunities. Team building, a process to enhance the energy and cohesiveness of a group, is one means of accelerating better communication. It helps focus a group on committing to common objectives and striving for high-quality results. It is an evolving and integrated process.