How to Find the Best Employees For Your Company
Did you know that high levels of employee turnover can be one of the largest expenses of a business?
Gary Johnson, COO
Feb 22, 2018 12:00:00 AM
When you look over your employees, you want to see a happy, productive team. The ideal situation is everyone working in harmony towards a clear goal. If that's not the case at your company, it's time to give them a morale boost. Not sure where to start? Think you can only motivate with money? We've got five tips that are going to light a fire at your workplace and get everything back on track!
#1 Be Flexible
Flexibility isn't just for yoga teachers and circus performers! A modern workplace should be able to bend without breaking. In fact, having a flexible workplace is a clear winner as the most important benefit. A whopping 75% of employees said it was the number one thing they desired in a job. What does that mean for your company? Look for ways employees can get out of the 9-to-5 grind and still meet their goals. Give them a half day or a mental health day. Let them work from home every once in a while if it's feasible.
#2 Give Them A "Why"
Ever do something and think "Why am I doing this?" Your employee probably has, too. Give them a why! Giving them perspective on how big a part they play in the company lessens the feeling of being just a face in the crowd or a number on paper. Once they know the "why", they'll feel more engaged. Engaged employees have a high retention rate - around 87% - that saves you time and money in the long run.
#3 Make Them Feel That They Matter
Here's another opportunity for a morale boost - celebrate milestones. There are tons of great ones out there. Try these:
- Birthdays - A signed card or a cake is a great gesture!
- Employee of the Month - Got a star employee? Let them shine!
- Anniversary - When an employee sticks with you, you know you're doing something right!
#4 Don't Be Afraid To Have Fun
No one wants to work in a grey-walled dungeon with sad brown carpeting. Loosen things up and try to make the office a bit more fun. Have a cubicle decorating contest. Separate departments into teams and play trivia on the company whiteboard. Have random pizza parties. These are just a few to get you started. Once you start thinking about how you can give your employees a creative morale boost, the ideas will start flowing!
#5 Cultivate Positivity
Being positive doesn't come easy to everybody. Helping your employees cultivate an upbeat attitude is an excellent morale boost - but it can be tricky. Take time to go over inspirational videos. Share positive stories with your employees. And the best way to cultivate positivity? Model the behavior yourself; be the change you want to see.
Ready For A Morale Boost!
Now that you've got a few tips and tricks under your belt, it's time to use them in your workplace and reap the benefits. Need more employees to have a morale to boost? We've got you covered. Check out our staffing resources for employers. We're sure to find the perfect employee to fit your job opening.