This document provides a manager's blueprint for engaging and motivating teams. It finds that only 31.5% of U.S. employees were engaged in 2014, with 51% not engaged and 17.5% actively disengaged. It then outlines 3 ways for managers to improve engagement: 1) get to know employees individually through one-on-ones, 2) define transparency and communication policies, and 3) give meaning to employees' work by incorporating their goals and feedback. Implementing these strategies can increase engagement, motivation, and retention.