Why is it good to do the exercise?

What sparks more motivation for you: being told what to do, or having a say? If you’re like most people, you’ll choose the latter—and research backs that up. According to organizational psychologist Gary Latham, participation doesn’t just boost motivation; it also improves performance. Why? Because involving people in decisions increases information flow. Leaders who include employees in key discussions gain new insights and make stronger decisions. Employees, in turn, get line of sight into the organization and how their work fits into the whole. That information not only helps them do great work—it also builds self-efficacy, which further lifts performance. Do you get a say in how your ship is sailed?