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OPINION
Committees are an efficient way for young professionals and newer employees to meet other team members and develop a strong connection to their organization. Employee committees for engagement
E mployees in our industry are constantly finding a balance between their billable and non-billable work, which can sometimes feel overwhelming. There are many rewarding ways to use non-billable time, such as training, team meetings, and business development. Equally important is using some of this time to get involved in a company committee, and managers should support and encourage interested employees to get involved in a way that is meaningful to them. Committees are an efficient way for young professionals and newer employees to meet other team members and develop a strong connection to their organization.
Lalitha Benjaram, EIT
This participation benefits both the employee and company in many ways, including: 1. Increased employee engagement and sense of purpose. Active employee participation in committees creates a sense of ownership and belonging. This increased engagement means that employees are more committed to their work and the success of the organization, leading to higher morale and job satisfaction. A recent study conducted by Deloitte shows that nearly 90 percent of Gen Z and millennials view meaningful and purposeful work as vital
to their job satisfaction. They are not willing to settle for an organization or day-to-day that they are not passionate about. Finding purpose in a company committee to drive change within the organization or industry is a great way to supplement project work or meet this need in the early stages of their career when they are finding their specialty. 2. Development of leadership skills. Most of our firms are working to increase the visible and
See LALITHA BENJARAM , page 10
THE ZWEIG LETTER AUGUST 12, 2024, ISSUE 1549
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