What is Ownership ?

Low Ownership

• Employees are not offered a financial stake in the company, e.g., no or very low stock ownership
• Inequity is more likely, and therefore lack of commitment to the organization’s future
• Employee performance and productivity suffer and turnover is more likely

High Ownership

• Employees own the company either through majority stock ownership, cooperative or other arrangements
• Equity is more likely, and therefore organizational commitment
• Performance and productivity are high, resulting in greater income for employees and the commercial success of the organization

Why does it matter in the workplace?

Low Ownership​

• Lack of engagement in developing and selling products or delivering services, let alone the overall enterprise

High Ownership

• Higher engagement in delivering value for customers and the business
  
  

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Related Resources

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National Center for Employee Ownership - What is Employee Ownership?

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