Welcome to our Psychology series, where Lucy Trueman, esteemed organisational psychologist and founder of Trueman Change, explores key psychological concepts that can be applied to change management. In this insightful episode, Lucy delves into Lock and Latham's goal setting theory, a cornerstone in understanding how goals can drive motivation and improve performance in the workplace.
Lucy explains that setting clear, actionable goals is essential for enhancing employee motivation and productivity. She highlights the role of regular feedback in maintaining momentum and ensuring that employees remain committed to their objectives. Lucy also discusses the importance of balancing task complexity, stressing that goals should be challenging yet attainable to maximize engagement without overwhelming employees.
Join Lucy as she unpacks these theories and offers actionable strategies to integrate them into your organisational change efforts, ensuring your goals are not only effective but also ethically sound.
Want more insights like these? Why not book some one-to-one time with Lucy to talk about bringing psychology into your organisation to help with change?
