Respond to the 2 discussion posts separately:

POST 1

How are values and attitude related to job performance and satisfaction?

I think that values and attitudes play a vital role in job performance and job satisfaction. Employees values can have either a positive or negative attitude about specific work tasks, products or services, co-workers, or management, or the company as a whole. The morale of the employees and among the staff make work days more enjoyable. The tasks and work in the organization is performed at a higher standard. A positive attitude often leads to increased motivation, more enthusiasm, and a willingness to take on a challenges thereby enhancing productivity. A negative attitude can hinder productivity, reduce motivation, and promote a lack of engagement or low job satisfaction. The connection between job satisfaction and organizational commitment. Job satisfaction is about an employees being fulfilled with work and experience in the organization. I think that the company values and employee attitudes are interconnected in five ways; job satisfaction, organizational commitment, positive attitudes, workplace culture, and employee engagement. The first way job satisfaction when employees feel their personal values match those of the company; they are more likely to enjoy their work. The second way of interconnectedness is organizational commitment a strong alignment between personal and organizational values encourage a sense of unity and loyalty. Employees who feel committed to their company are more likely to go above and beyond their job description and role. The third way is positive attitudes which are fostered by supportive and value driven company culture. The fourth way is workplace culture is built on shared values can lead to happier and more productive employees and less employee turnover. The last way is employee engagement the importance of employees believing in the company's mission and values are aligned with their personal values are more motivated and productive.

What can employers do to increase job satisfaction by addressing their employee's values and attitudes?

I think that employers can increase job satisfaction by taking five steps to address employee's values by communicating company values clearly. For example, the first step for employers is make sure the company's mission, vision, and values are communicated effectively for all employees to see the big picture and how it relates to company's goals. The second step is to foster a positive work environment and work place where employees feel respected. For example, employees doing team-building activities. The third step employers can provide opportunities for growth professional development training workshops and career advancement paths in the organization. The fourth step employers can recognize and reward contributions. For example, employers can recognize employees through formal recognition programs bonuses and thank you notes. The fourth step is employers to help employees encourage a work life balance. For example, employers providing flexible working hours, remote work options and wellness programs. The last step employers can use is to solicit and act on employee feedback. For example, employers can regularly seek feedback through surveys, suggestion boxes, and one on one meetings. Employers must act on employees' feedback and value their opinions to make positive changes in the company.

POST 2

Cultures, values, and attitudes are very intermingled with an employees satisfaction and job performance. We spend a great deal of our time at work. When a company's culture and value doesn't align with a person it can become create inner turmoil and conflict. This leads to a slew of issues. The person may feel as they don't belong on part of their team, they aren't valued at the company, and there may be moral/ value misalignment. The list goes on, but the most important take away is that when someone feels out of touch with their company, it makes it very difficult to want to show up and give it their best effort every day. This is how company culture and values hinder job performance. It can lead to dissatisfaction and lack of motivation.

Regular touch points with employees is a great take to take a company pulse. Where do they stand, what is bothering them, what more do they need to successfully do their job as feel like they are a valuable member of the team? Initially, I think keeping an open line of communication is vital. Although, addressing any issues that arise takes a bit more work. After the conversation there needs to be follow up and corrective action, if possible. There won't be remedy for every unhappiness and employee has, but if the biggest issues can be resolved, there is a greater likelihood the employee with stay satisified and ideally remain with the organization.