Best Companies Live Q3

The 8 factors of employee engagement: Getting to the heart of what people want and expect from their working lives

Aired on Friday 18th August 2023

A free-to-attend virtual event designed to equip HR professionals, business leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone seeking inspiration with the knowledge to build teams and workplaces that thrive.

Best Companies Live brings the engagement community together for the quarterly live reveal of the UK’s Best Companies to Work For, alongside a packed agenda of insightful discussions tackling the most topical workplace issues in 2023.

Broadcast from MediaCity with a live studio audience, Dan Walker was joined by business leaders and industry experts on the infamous red chairs to explore the key drivers of employee engagement and share actionable best practice for cultivating workplaces where people can flourish.

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Insight Sessions
Audience

This panel discussion is for business leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone who is inspired by the idea of creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and connected.

Leading with purpose

Do you want to create a workplace where employees are inspired to do their best work? Do you want to build a company that makes a difference in the world? Then you need to lead with purpose.

Leading with purpose means creating a culture where employees feel connected to the company's mission and values, giving employees a sense of purpose and meaning in their work. It means helping employees see how their work is making a difference in the world.

When employees are inspired by their work, they are more likely to be engaged and productive. They are also more likely to stay with the company for the long term.

This panel discussion will explore the inspirational path to employee engagement. Our panellists will share their insights on how to create a culture of purpose within your organization, how to measure the impact of your work, and how to build a sustainable business that makes a difference.

Audience

This panel discussion is for business leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone who is inspired by the idea of creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and connected.

The power of investing in your people

What does it take to create an environment where employees feel valued and motivated?

One key factor is to create a culture of Personal Growth. When employees feel like they are constantly learning and developing, they are more likely to be engaged in their work. They are also more likely to be loyal to their company and to go the extra mile.

Another important factor is to create a Fair Deal for employees. This means providing them with a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for advancement. When employees feel like they are being treated fairly, they are more likely to be engaged and productive.

In this panel discussion, we will explore the connection between Personal Growth and Fair Deal, and how these factors impact employee engagement. Our alumni and panelists will share their insights on how to foster an organisation where employees feel valued, motivated, and engaged.

We will also have time for audience Q&A. This is your chance to ask our panelists your questions about personal growth, fair deal, and employee engagement.

Audience

This panel discussion is for business leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone who is inspired by the idea of creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and connected.

How managers create strong team spirit

When team members work together effectively, they can achieve more than they could ever do on their own. But how do managers create strong team spirit?

In this panel discussion, we will explore the key factors that contribute to strong team spirit, and how managers can create an environment where team members feel valued, motivated, and engaged. Our panelists will share their insights on how to build a strong team, and how to create a culture of collaboration and cooperation.

We believe that strong team spirit is essential for any successful organization. And we hope that this discussion will inspire you to create a workplace where employees feel like they're part of something bigger than themselves.

We will also have time for Q&A from the alumni and our audience. This is your chance to ask our panelists your questions about team spirit, employee engagement, and leadership.

Audience

This panel discussion is for business leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone who is inspired by the idea of creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and connected.

Workplace wellbeing and its impact on culture

Join us for an inspiring panel discussion on the importance of workplace wellbeing and its impact on employee engagement.

We all know that happy employees are more productive employees. But what does it really mean to create a workplace where employees thrive? And how can we measure the impact of wellbeing initiatives on employee engagement?

In this session, our panelists will share their insights and experiences on how to create a culture that supports employee wellbeing and engagement. They will discuss the benefits of a healthy workplace culture, as well as examples of successful wellbeing initiatives.

We believe that wellbeing is not just a nice-to-have, but a critical business imperative. And we hope that this discussion will inspire you to create a workplace where employees can thrive.

We will also have time for audience and alumni Q&A. This is your chance to ask our panelists your questions about wellbeing, culture, and employee engagement.

Agenda
Friday 18th August 2023
Event start 9.00am (15 mins) Join Jonathan, Dan and Jemma as they kick off the third Best Companies Live event of 2023 and set the scene for the day.
Leading with purpose 9.15am (55 mins) Insight session Do you want to create a workplace where employees are inspired to do their best work? Do you want to build a company that makes a difference in the world? Then you need to lead with purpose.

Leading with purpose means creating a culture where employees feel connected to the company's mission and values, giving employees a sense of purpose and meaning in their work. It means helping employees see how their work is making a difference in the world.

When employees are inspired by their work, they are more likely to be engaged and productive. They are also more likely to stay with the company for the long term.

This panel discussion will explore the inspirational path to employee engagement. Our panellists will share their insights on how to create a culture of purpose within your organization, how to measure the impact of your work, and how to build a sustainable business that makes a difference.
Regional League Table reveals 10.10am (20 mins) In the first reveal of the day, the regional list celebrates the great workplaces local to you. How will your region fare? Choose to watch the list relevant to you and prepare to be inspired!
Hear from the regional stand-outs 10.30am (5 mins) Join us as we speak to a selection of guests from the winning regions about what it takes to excel.
The power of investing in your people 10.35am (55 mins) Insight session What does it take to create an environment where employees feel valued and motivated?

One key factor is to create a culture of Personal Growth. When employees feel like they are constantly learning and developing, they are more likely to be engaged in their work. They are also more likely to be loyal to their company and to go the extra mile.

Another important factor is to create a Fair Deal for employees. This means providing them with a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for advancement. When employees feel like they are being treated fairly, they are more likely to be engaged and productive.

In this panel discussion, we will explore the connection between Personal Growth and Fair Deal, and how these factors impact employee engagement. Our alumni and panelists will share their insights on how to foster an organisation where employees feel valued, motivated, and engaged.

We will also have time for audience Q&A. This is your chance to ask our panelists your questions about personal growth, fair deal, and employee engagement.
Sector League Table reveals 11.30am (15 mins) If you want to know who is leading the way for employee engagement in your sector, then this session is not to be missed! Join us as we reveal the Q1 Best Companies to Work For across a range of different industries.
Hear from the sector stand-outs 12.00pm (10 mins) Join us as we speak to a selection of guests from sectors about what it takes to excel.
How managers create strong team spirit 12.10pm (55 mins) Insight session When team members work together effectively, they can achieve more than they could ever do on their own. But how do managers create strong team spirit?

In this panel discussion, we will explore the key factors that contribute to strong team spirit, and how managers can create an environment where team members feel valued, motivated, and engaged. Our panelists will share their insights on how to build a strong team, and how to create a culture of collaboration and cooperation.

We believe that strong team spirit is essential for any successful organization. And we hope that this discussion will inspire you to create a workplace where employees feel like they're part of something bigger than themselves.

We will also have time for Q&A from the alumni and our audience. This is your chance to ask our panelists your questions about team spirit, employee engagement, and leadership.
Workplace wellbeing and its impact on culture 2.05pm (55 mins) Insight session Join us for an inspiring panel discussion on the importance of workplace wellbeing and its impact on employee engagement.

We all know that happy employees are more productive employees. But what does it really mean to create a workplace where employees thrive? And how can we measure the impact of wellbeing initiatives on employee engagement?

In this session, our panelists will share their insights and experiences on how to create a culture that supports employee wellbeing and engagement. They will discuss the benefits of a healthy workplace culture, as well as examples of successful wellbeing initiatives.

We believe that wellbeing is not just a nice-to-have, but a critical business imperative. And we hope that this discussion will inspire you to create a workplace where employees can thrive.

We will also have time for audience and alumni Q&A. This is your chance to ask our panelists your questions about wellbeing, culture, and employee engagement.
National League Table reveals 3.00pm (25 mins) This is it folks, the BIG reveal. Who has made the national league tables of the Best Companies to Work For in the UK? This is the time to for graduates to eagerly listen, for the competition to enviously watch and for the listed companies involved to shout out in celebration!
National number 1's 3.25pm (15 mins) If you’ve made it to the top, then the spotlight is on you! How did you get there? What does this mean? And, most importantly, how are you celebrating? Dan will find out all this and more in an emotional and exciting discussion with those that have made the top spot.
Event close 3.40pm (10 mins)
League table reveals
Regional Reveals 10.10am (25mins) Who made the regional lists?
Sector Reveals 11.15am (20mins) Who made the sector lists?
National List Reveals 2.00pm (30mins) Who made the national lists?
National Stand-outs 2.30pm (15mins) Revealing the Stand-outs
Sector Stand-outs 11.50am (10mins) Hear from the Stand-outs
Regional Stand-outs 10.35am (10mins) Hear from the Stand-outs
Q3 Insight Sessions
The Cost of Living Crisis 9.40am (30mins) With the cost of living crisis continuing to put pressure on both employees and business alike, how are leaders responding to this latest crisis and demonstrating that they care?
Maintaining culture & building energy 10.45am (30mins) In a world where working remotely is now a real option for many, or indeed a requirement for some, how do you maintain a sense of culture and build energy amongst employees?
How important is employer brand? 12.00pm (30mins) How important is marketing your credentials as a stand-out employer when it comes to recruitment and retention?
People management in a remote world 12.30pm (30mins) As we embrace new ways of working, how do you effectively equip managers to manage remotely?
Who's getting it right? 1.30pm (30mins) After a very challenging couple of years, which organisations have bucked the trend and seen their engagement scores increase?
On-demand insight sessions include....
Are you doing enough to attract and retain your employees? Nov '22 (30mins) Organisations prioritising their employees' personal and professional development reap the rewards in many ways. Our panellists explain how their commitment to their people’s personal goals and ambitions are helping them become employers of choice. watch now
Leadership: Navigating challenging and changing times Nov '22 (30mins) The Covid-19 pandemic and ongoing economic uncertainty are putting business leadership under the microscope and (re)defining what makes a good leader. So, what is good leadership practice in these challenging times? watch now
The cost-of-living crisis Feb '23 (30mins) The UK cost-of-living crisis began in late 2021 and shows no signs of letting up as 2023 unfolds. What cost-of-living-crisis support are companies offering, and how else are they encouraging staff to stay during these challenging times? watch now
How to reduce workplace stress and boost team morale Feb '23 (30mins) Living with uncertainty has become a way of life, but that doesn't mean that we're all comfortable with it. How are companies overcoming workplace stress brought on by uncertainty, and how are they keeping up team morale during challenging times? watch now
How listening to employees grows confidence in leadership Feb '23 (30mins) Poor listening can undermine your team's confidence in leadership. In turn, this can affect morale, productivity and job satisfaction. So, how can you improve two-way communication in the workplace so you're best set up to listen and then act on what you hear? watch now