Our ValueQuest empowerment expert Dr. Kathrin Neumüller wrote an interesting article for the trade journal personalSCHWEIZ on the topic of employee empowerment.
The social, political and societal upheavals of recent decades require a rethink in terms of leadership and management culture. Keeping pace with the constant change requires the commitment and brain power of all employees. The targeted and systematic empowerment of employees can offer a solution to this.
In the corporate context, empowerment refers to a process in which employees are empowered to shape their own work, make decisions and take responsibility. The empowerment approach aims to increase employee motivation and satisfaction, develop their skills and ultimately promote the growth and success of the company. You can find the full article in the print edition.
Article published on October 10, 2023
About Dr. Kathrin Neumüller

Dr. oec. HSG Kathrin Neumüller is Co-Managing Director at ValueQuest and an expert in employee inspiration and empowerment. She also teaches strategic management in the MBA program at the ZHAW. She holds a doctorate from the University of St. Gallen (HSG) and studied at the University of Cambridge. Learn more about Kathrin
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