Host Wendy Sellers welcomes Michelle Griffin, Ph.D., CEO and founder of Griffin Resources, to explore why employees must feel understood before they can truly feel valued. Michelle explains how managers can move beyond assumptions about motivation and discover what matters most to each individual employee.
Our expert guest, Michelle Griffin, an I-O Psychologist, Speaker and Fractional HR Executive, reviews the concept that people need to feel understood before they can feel valued. We dive deep into the fact that many managers often misunderstand employee motivation! Many managers assume motivation is about money, recognition, flexibility, advancement, or purpose - but the real issue is knowing which one matters most to that person. Michelle discuss practical tools including one-on-ones, asking better questions, and listening!
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Michelle Griffin, Ph.D., CEO and Founder of Griffin Resources
Griffin Resources Website
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- Episode #523 :: Monday Jul 27, 2026 - How Better Listening Helps Managers Unlock Employee Motivation
