How to keep your team motivated

It’s time to get that motivation back! Keeping employees motivated and engaged takes work, there's plenty of commitment and attention required. That said, it doesn't always need grand gestures and lots of effort. There are plenty of simple ways for employers to keep staff motivated and engaged. Read how to keep your team motivated below! This article highlights six ideas that can help achieve that.

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1.?????? A positive work environment

Having an aesthetically pleasing, well-lit, functional, and fun space makes work a lot more pleasant. Sprucing up your space doesn’t have to be expensive. Try picking up furniture pieces at a flea market. Not only will you be updating your work environment, but you’ll also be helping the planet by giving furniture a second life. All these little touches will make things a lot more enjoyable for your team. A nice workplace is also clean, so make sure to schedule in some time to tidy up or introduce a “clean desk” policy.

2.?????? Transparency and communication are imperative

Having insight into how business is going makes your employees more invested. So, make a point to share this data with them on a regular basis. Having access to all this data not only makes your employees feel like they’re an important part of the business, but it also helps point out areas where things could be improved. Keep your employees updated on developments, goals and targets through regular team and town hall meetings; but at the same time, don't have your employees drowning in meeting requests! If face-to-face meetings are tricky to coordinate, make use of other channels, such as your intranet or internal magazine to get the word out on what's happening. It's easy to feel like you're not all that respected if you're not told about what's going on.

3.?????? Gratitude is a must

Sometimes all people want is some recognition for a job well done. If an employee has been putting in a lot of time working on a project, or they went out of their way to help a coworker, do not hesitate to praise them. It’s not just about the act of recognition, but the principle: If people feel that their efforts are appreciated, they will feel compelled to continue working hard. But if they feel like their long hours and personal sacrifices were for naught, it’s unlikely that they will go out of their way for the company again. So, whether it’s noting their contributions in a meeting, recognizing them in a staff email, or just thanking them privately, it’s essential that you show hardworking employees your gratitude.

4.?????? Ask and you shall receive

Ask your employees what they want. You might be surprised to find out their expectations are the complete opposite of your focus. Feedback and input are a two-way street, so make sure to always keep an open line of communication within your team and company. Your entire team should be given the opportunity to express themselves. Keep in mind that communication is an integral part of a relationship, so try to spend more time getting to know your employees.

5.?????? Teamwork makes the dream work

It’s through teamwork that the employees learn to trust each other. Also, it makes them look beyond themselves. Therefore, healthy competition in the team setting, in office, as well as after hours, will help in keeping the employees motivated to always put their best foot forward.

6.?????? Selfcare

Stress, whether caused by the job or outside of the job, has a significant impact on your employees’ motivation levels. Encourage your employees to look after themselves through exercise and nutrition by organizing healthy, active events and offering healthy food and water, rather than fizzy drinks and cakes at the office. If your employee benefit program offers health and wellness benefits, then make sure these are communicated and promoted. It's also important to take ill health - including mental health - seriously and be accepting when staff need time off work.

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A motivated team will make a huge difference when it comes to achieving business objectives. Every company needs to find ways to ensure that their employees stay motivated and put in their best efforts. If you’re able to create the right team and thereafter, manage it well, you will have a workforce that’s known for their excellent performance and constant growth. However, if you fail to motivate your employees, your business will be in a constant state of chaos.

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Want to learn more on this topic? Listen to our Hays Triangle Talk podcast episode on motivated employees and if they really exist here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4cVUCP2EPexGZkSvIfRNVT?si=Ip1JxKzASkCj6bpfr7xYmg

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