4 Tips for A More Productive Workforce

Written by Posted On Tuesday, 23 January 2018 13:04

For most employers, getting the most out of your team can be quite the challenge. After all, you don’t want to push them too hard, as they’ll get burnt out, while too little can lead to slacking off. Finding this balance is essential, which is why sometimes it’s good to reassess your strategy. If you’re working to maximize productivity around the office, check out the following tips for getting the most out of your team.

Turn Training Into A Game

When it comes to starting a new job, getting up to speed on all the new policies, procedures, and protocols is a must. Going over long informational packets and training videos can be a bore, and it’s important to start getting your employees engaged from the start. Not only will this create a better impression from the beginning, but it can inspire them to want to learn, thus becoming a more valuable and productive member of your team. One of the best ways to do this is by turning training into a game.

According to ClearCompany, nearly 70 percent of learning on the job happens informally, so don’t feel as though your employees are going to expect a stuffy orientation session on day one. Still, no employee wants to be sent out on their own with little guidance, and even experienced sales professional can learn new strategies and become more productive with sales gamification technology, which incentivizes the kind of behaviors you want to encourage among your workforce.

Get Comfortable With Your Employees and Play Nice

While a lot of employers tend to shy away from connecting with employees under the veil of professionalism, giving your employees the support they need both in- and outside of work will win them over, encouraging company loyalty and improving employee retention. Granted, you don’t need to hand out bonuses continuously (although your employees wouldn’t complain); instead, think about providing your team with the tools they need to grow and become better at (or happier in) their jobs.

Here’s a great example: according to Student Loan Hero, the average student loan debt is a whopping $37,000 or more these days. While it’s clearly not realistic to help your employees pay back their debt, you can offer consultation services to help your employees learn if they qualify for various loan forgiveness programs or access to financial coaching to help them learn to pay down their debts faster.

Perks like these can do wonders for employee satisfaction, and satisfied employers will work more productively (because they want to keep their great job!). Try to brainstorm some ways you might be able to connect with your employees and find unique ways to show them you care about their happiness on the job. Taking care of your employees is a great way to boost morale.

Getting Employees Involved In The Tasks They Genuinely Want To Do

One of the most frustrating things to experience as an employee is having ideas that immediately get shut down or input that is never well-received. We don’t feel a sense of ownership in the business, resulting in a decreased sense of morale. Access Perks notes that as much as 51 percent of the US workforce is not engaged at work on a daily basis, and it can be tough to get everyone on the same page and motivated to make things happen. If this is an issue you feel your company is facing, it might be wise to start listening to what your employees are trying to tell you.

Whether it’s giving one of your top writers more content for the blog or allowing one of your realtors to take a stab at photographing that next property, giving your workforce a chance to prove themselves in the jobs they really want to do is a highly encouraging sign from you as their boss. Not only will this boost office morale, but it could potentially give you a new revenue stream. Consider what suggestions your employees have and work with them on a plan to give it the old college try; chances are it will turn out well, since everyone loves to work on projects they find interesting and relevant.

Let Them Work More Autonomously

Although it’s the worst nightmare of many bosses, letting your employees work autonomously is a great strategy for increasing productivity. Whether you’re letting employees work from home, giving them more time out in the field, or just resisting your tendency to watch over their shoulders around the office, employees appreciate knowing management believes they’ll get the job done without the need for micromanagement.

Snagajob reports that 63 percent of the happiest workers are those who get to work remotely, which says a lot about how much employees value autonomy and flexibility. Consider doing a slow rollout to test the waters and figure out what works for your business, as this is one opportunity your team will appreciate tremendously.

What are some strategies you use to keep up productivity in the workplace?

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