The Matter Model: How Great Leaders Build Belonging, Strengthen Purpose and Drive Engagement at Work, (Paperback)

<p>Disengagement, presenteeism, and quiet quitting are draining energy from workplaces everywhere. Leaders feel the pressure, but traditional fixes barely scratch the surface.</p><p>Built on timeless and fundamental human needs, this book's groundbreaking leadership framework empowers managers to create connected, engaged, and high-performing teams by addressing the core human needs of belonging and purpose.</p><p>The book challenges the myth that belonging is a soft concept and purpose a strategic one, showing that both are essential for teams to thrive. Through the four zones of The Matter Model, leaders will learn to: </p><ul> <li>Diagnose disengagement before it costs you talent and performance.</li> <li>Escape the traps of transactional or drifting cultures.</li> <li>Unlock clarity, energy, and trust through everyday leadership actions.</li> <li>Build rituals that embed belonging and purpose into the rhythm of work.</li> </ul><p>With relatable stories, practical tools, and reflection guides, this book will help to cultivate environments where people feel valued, work feels purposeful, and performance flows naturally.</p><p>Ideal for new managers, team leaders, and corporate professionals across industries, this resource is designed for those seeking to simplify leadership while achieving impactful results. It is also a valuable tool for learning and development specialists looking to enhance leadership training programmes.</p>

• The Matter Model: How Great Leaders Build Belonging, Strengthen Purpose and Drive Engagement at Work, (Paperback)
• Author: Routledge
• ISBN: 9781041339076
• Format: Paperback
• Publication Date: 2026-09-25
• Page Count: 154