Creating a Meaningful Workplace In Family Businesses
Reframing How and Where We Work
The Network of Family Businesses has scheduled an on-line educational seminar with Dr. Neal Chalofsky on Creating A Meaningful Workplace In Family Businesses for Wednesday, January 19th at 11:00 AM EST.
In his White Paper found at www.netfamilybusiness.com Neal explains that economics requires a profit for a business to continue, but profits really are not the goal of a business enterprise. In his research Neal found people list money after values such as meaning, satisfaction, close work relationships, autonomy, work/life balance, and learning. It is not about the perks, it is about the culture. He states, “When you go to work each day knowing what you do makes a difference, that your voice is heard, that your work is meaningful, and that you enjoy the company of your colleagues, then you are truly part of a workplace community”.
Neal has been a Professor with the George Washington University Human and Organizational Learning program for over 20 years, and previously was the director of the Human Resource Development program at the Northern Virginia Graduate Center of Virginia Tech. He also has extensive background in working with many different organizations, both in governmental departments and the private sector.
In the spirit of full disclosure, Neal was my Dissertation Chair for my research at GW and has also become a friend. His recently released book titled: Meaningful Workplaces, has been portrayed on the NOFB website.
I am looking forward to working with Neal as he leads us in the exploration of this critical issue for business families seeking to build their legacy.
Registration for the On-Line Educational Seminar is available at www.netfamilybusiness.com
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