“Shared Leadership”

… is defined by a collective pursuit of excellence, continuous learning, and a capacity for strategic change.  Employees at all levels feel collectively supportive toward achieving common goals that are linked, overall, to a common purpose. The  benefits of this kind of organization are reflected by multiple factors:

* Evidence of high quality workmanship
* Abundant individual and collective productivity
* Long-term commitment to the organization & team
* Clear and effective communication throughout the organization & in challenging situations
* Ability to adapt to change, unexpected events and recognized needs.
* A solid foundation for meaningful involvement and collective purpose.
* A dynamic sense of shared leadership and effective teamwork.
* Effective management of time, planning, and productivity.
* Collective efficiency and accountability.
* Reduced employee turnover, absenteeism, and related costs.
* Enhanced customer service.
* Lower health care costs.
* A motivated, loyal workforce and positive work environment.