Module 5 -EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT Flashcards
(20 cards)
Q: What are the six stages of the Employee Life Cycle?
- Buying
- Building
- Borrowing
- Bounding
- Bouncing
- Binding
Q: What is the ‘Buying’ stage in the Employee Life Cycle?
A: It refers to hiring employees with existing capabilities from outside the organization to meet talent needs quickly.
Q: Define ‘Building’ in the Employee Life Cycle.
A: Building focuses on developing internal talent through training, mentoring, and career development programs.
What does ‘Borrowing’ talent mean in HR context?
It involves using freelancers, consultants, or temporary workers to fill short-term talent needs
What is the purpose of the ‘Bounding’ phase in the Employee Life Cycle?
Bounding establishes policies, culture, and performance expectations to align employee behavior with
organizational goals.
What does ‘Bouncing’ refer to in the Employee Life Cycle?
It refers to the exit of employees either voluntarily or involuntarily from the organization.
What is the ‘Binding’ stage about?
Binding focuses on retaining talent by strengthening employee commitment and engagement through
rewards and culture.
List key components of an effective onboarding process.
Recruiting, Orientations, Support Tools and Processes, Coaching and Support, Training, Feedback Tools
What are common types of employee transfers?
- Lateral
- Vertical
- Interdepartmental
- Inter-location
- Temporary
Differentiate between functional and dysfunctional turnover.
Functional: Poor performers leave
Dysfunctional: High performers leave
Why is measuring turnover important?
To identify retention issues, cost implications, and improve workforce planning and employee engagement.
What is the purpose of an exit interview?
To understand why employees leave, gather feedback, and identify areas for organizational improvement.
Name some benefits of outplacement services.
Improves employer brand, reduces legal risks, supports laid-off employees, maintains morale of remaining
staff.
List key reasons employees stay or leave organizations.
stay: Career growth, recognition, good culture
Leave: Poor management, lack of growth, inadequate pay
What is Employee Value Proposition (EVP)?
The unique set of benefits an employee receives in return for their skills, capabilities, and experience.
How does employer branding affect recruitment?
A strong employer brand attracts top talent, reduces hiring costs, and improves retention rates.
What are the components of employee engagement?
The Work, Leadership, Company Practices, Brand, Performance, Recognition
Name four employee participation strategies.
Project Teams, Quality Circles, Suggestion Schemes, Consultation Exercises, Delegation
What are types of employee voice?
Individual voice, Collective voice, Direct voice, Indirect voice
What is the purpose of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)?
To promote diversity, inclusion, and employee engagement across common interests or identities.
