Every employee will reach their breaking point at a
certain time in their career. Burn out and stress are inevitable. Sometimes,
factors in the workplace, at home, and other personal concerns add up and take
its toll on a person. When this happens, people start showing signs of
inefficiency and their daily progress is hampered. A manager must be able to
spot these signs in his employees to address the problem immediately.
You may think that the monthly paycheck and benefits
the employees receive are enough motivation for them to perform at their best,
but the reality is, employees are not machines. As a manager, you need to be
more creative in providing employee rewards to keep you workers happy and
focused.
One of the best ways to motivate employees is by
positive reinforcement. People are innately in need of assurance from authority
that what they are doing is appreciated. You may be surprised that simple words
of affirmation may go a long way in encouraging employees to continue with
their good work. Building employee trust is also a very important form of
positive reinforcement. Showing a person that you trust him with bigger
responsibilities because you see great potential in him may turn a hard working
staff into your top performer. While you may be hard-pressed at thinking of what
employee rewards to give, you might want to start with a few words of
affirmation and motivation. These are free and very effective.
Other managers employ a different technique, called
negative reinforcement. This is not necessarily punishment. Look at it as a
warning that will help steer a team to the right direction. Some employees are
obviously more in need of negative reinforcement to help them regain their
focus and efficiency. While other employees would be more motivated with a few
praises and gestures of trust, other may need something more of a gentle
warning and a closer guidance.
Employeerewards are another great
way to motivate employees. Providing tangible rewards like free gadgets,
clothes, or gift certificates are very effective ways to get employees to do
better in their work. Having some sort of prize in mind for reaching a target
naturally challenges people to try harder. Other organizations give out cash
bonuses or salary increases for the employee with the most sales or most deals
made. Another simple example of employee rewards in UK are certificates for
“Employee of the Month.” Though these are only simple printed certificates, the
thought of being recognized as the best among many other employees is a huge
motivation booster.
Always remember that your employees, just like any
other person, needs some form of motivation. It is innate in every person to
need affirmation and assurance that they are doing well.
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