The Secret To Employee Happiness

According to Gallup, unhappiness on the job is at a staggering all-time high!

These shocking statistics clearly demonstrate just that.

?? Uncaring Leaders were the #1 reason people left a job without another lined up

?? 50% of the workforce is currently looking for another job

?? 66% of all employees are disengaged

?? 19% reported being miserable

?? Most employees say they don't find their work meaningful, don't think their lives are going well, or don't feel hopeful about their future

With business expenses increasing and turnover costing companies 30% of an employee’s salary per departure, organizations truly need to master retaining and attracting valuable employees.

These problems might seem insurmountable, but they could be rectified if only leaders would take the time to evaluate their company’s CULTURE and how it is affecting their employees’ mental health and well-being.?

When organizations take the time to focus on their employee’s mental well-being, it brings quantifiable benefits for BOTH the employee and the company as a whole!

Potential Benefits Include

?? Increased Productivity - Prioritizing employees' mental health promotes engagement and motivation and leads to increased productivity and better job performance.

?? Decreased Absenteeism & Turnover - Employees who feel supported and valued by their organization are less likely to take time off and are more likely to stay with the organization.

?? Higher Morale - When employees feel that their mental health is a priority to their employer, it leads to a more positive and supportive work environment.

In order to fully support an employee’s mental health and well-being, companies must offer them...

Opportunities for Growth

When employees feel there are opportunities for advancement, skill development, and career progression within their organization, they are more likely to feel motivated, engaged, and committed to their work.?

Opportunities For Growth can provide higher job satisfaction with a greater sense of purpose and positively impact their Mental Health and Well-being.

On the other hand, when employees feel stuck in their current position with no way to grow, they can become unmotivated and unengaged, which can lead to burnout, anxiety, or depression.

? An organization with a strong CULTURE of Learning and Development offers opportunities for employees to grow and advance in their careers. ?

Ask yourself…

?? Does your CULTURE encourage employees to acquire new skills and knowledge?

?? Does your CULTURE foster an environment of collaboration and continuous learning?

??? Does your CULTURE support employees in their pursuit of growth and development?

If your answer is no to any of these questions, it’s time to focus on fixing your CULTURE.

When a company's CULTURE encourages its employees to acquire new skills and knowledge, it shows them that the organization is actively invested in its people and that their improvement is a priority. This fosters an environment of collaboration and continuous learning, where employees are supported in their pursuit of professional development.

Opportunities For Growth requires open communication where employees have a clear understanding of what opportunities are available to them and what they need to do to achieve their goals. When employees have a clear understanding of what advancements are available and the expectations needed to achieve them, they are more likely to take action.

Work-Life Balance

Equally as important as offering avenues of growth, it's imperative that employees also know their employers are just as supportive of them coveting downtime in their personal lives.

In today’s world of immediate availability and the demand to be accessible 24/7, the lines between our personal and professional lives can too easily get blurred but Work-Life Balance is vital!

When employees develop a healthy balance between their work and personal life, they experience…

?? Reduced Stress & Burnout

?? Increased Job Satisfaction

?? Increased Productivity

?? Improved Physical Health

?? Better Relationships

But a company CULTURE that values Work-Life Harmony must start at the top!

Supportive leaders that respect boundaries offer flexibility and provide employees with autonomy over how work is done, set the tone for the rest of the company, and encourage Work-Life Harmony.

Mattering at Work

In addition to offering OPPORTUNITIES for their betterment and allowing for BALANCE in their lives, employers should also strive to validate that the work their employees do has MEANING and significance.

A recent survey by the American Psychology Association found that 93% of employees who reported feeling valued at work said they are motivated to do their best, and 88% felt engaged.?

Feeling like we matter and have value is a fundamental human need that’s closely tied to our sense of well-being and mental health.

Having a Sense of Importance… ???gives purpose ???improves self-esteem ???motivates????creates connection ??

The overall CULTURE of a company can show employees that their work is valued! This includes creating a positive work environment, promoting teamwork and collaboration, and fostering open communication and transparency.

A positive work CULTURE doesn’t happen by accident - it manifests from being people-centric!?

Does your company's CULTURE have a People-First focus? Comment with an example of how you support your employee's well-being below!