What to do if your CEO doesn't take you seriously

Flip Flops & People Ops (w/ Christie Hoffman)

In today's episode, we speak about how a lot of you lately say your relationship with the CEO is what gets in the way. My question back to empower and push you in the right direction is... what have you done to work on the relationship? I know there's a power imbalance, but in reality, they're waiting and wanting a person they can trust who can get a handle on disengagement. You can do small things to prove value and gain their trust so you can do what you were hired to do!

Topics discussed:

• Why do a lot of CEOs struggle to connect with their People leader
• What you can do to foster a closer relationship
• Why you can't drive engagement alone
• Using AI to communicate with your CEO

Resources:

• Employee Hierarchy of Needs: Click here for YouTube Video
• Asking for budget: Click here for YouTube video
• Disrupt HR speech: Click here for YouTube Video

Here was that blurb from chatGPT if your CEO is missing your 1:1s. I kept it big, make it your own!!

I wanted to take a moment to discuss an important matter regarding our regular 1:1 meetings. I believe it would greatly benefit both of us to prioritize these sessions to discuss workplace engagement and explore potential improvements to our organizational culture.

First and foremost, I appreciate the time and attention you dedicate to our 1:1 meetings. These sessions have proven to be invaluable for exchanging ideas, receiving feedback, and aligning our goals. I have found our conversations to be incredibly valuable in fostering a positive work environment, and I would like to continue this collaborative dialogue moving forward.

However, I must express my concern regarding the cancellation of our last 1:1 meeting. While I understand that unforeseen circumstances may arise, I couldn't help but feel a sense of disappointment. The regular 1:1 meetings serve as an opportunity for me to share my thoughts on improving our workplace culture and engagement. I believe that addressing these matters proactively can lead to a more productive and satisfying work environment for everyone.

Given the importance of workplace engagement and our collective responsibility to create a positive culture, I kindly request that we reinstate our regular 1:1 meetings. I am eager to discuss my observations and thoughts on how we can diagnose and improve our workplace culture effectively. These conversations can help us identify areas of strength, address potential challenges, and collectively foster an environment that encourages the best in our team members.

I assure you that I intend to contribute constructively and offer meaningful insights during our 1:1 meetings. I value your leadership and appreciate the opportunities you provide for open dialogue. By reinstating our regular meetings, we can ensure that we stay aligned and work together toward enhancing our workplace engagement.

Thank you for considering my request. I look forward to the opportunity to continue our discussions and collaborate on strengthening our organizational culture.

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