What is Choice Theory (CT)? CT is a theory of the explanation of human behavior. CT has applicability to both a persons personal and professional life. It teaches us about our five basic needs, how to meet those needs in a responsible way, and how to take personal responsibility for getting those needs met.
I have assisted many companies with implementing the concepts and principles of Choice Theory (CT) in the workplace over the years. Their reasons ranged from mere curiosity to desiring a total immersion of their company into the concepts and principles of CT. Those companies that were committed to learning the CT model and implementing it correctly received better than expected results.
One of the elements of implementing CT in the workplace is to put the three conditions of quality in place. Those three conditions are:
1. Create a need-satisfying environment for your employees.
a. Employees need to feel connected to each other, management and the mission and vision of your company.
b. Employees need to feel empowered by having their opinions sought out and listened to and having their work respected.
c. Workers need to feel safe on...