The employee-employer relationship is a tricky ground to tread for both parties. It is more of a symbiotic relationship where both need and benefit from each other. But there will be conflicts, and differences of opinion in any such relationship. The problem arises when these conflicts get beyond professionalism and are ruled by ego and superiority issues. It is very important for any organization to keep their employees motivated and happy to get maximum productivity. But it is equally important to understand the fine line and balance between maintaining organizational hierarchy without affecting anyone’s interests. Here are a few tips and strategies for doing so.
Better pay scale
The core of employee dissatisfaction lies in the paycheck. When employees feel they are not paid enough or even up to the industry standards despite giving their best, demotivation grows. While it is understandable that to maximize profit, employers cannot always pay the best possible salaries, one should at least maintain the average industry standards and not just the nominal one. When employees feel they are compensated even moderately enough for their work, they will be willing to stay and happy with the process.
Office trips and picnics
One of the best ways to instantly uplift the mood of your employees is by organizing a short vacation or picnic with them. When the organization gives a break from office work to the employees, they feel happy and even grateful. This, in turn rejuvenates them and they can work with more zeal once they are back from vacation. An employee can thrive and give their best shot at work when they feel the organization cares enough for their well-being.
In-house counselor
Many companies these days are becoming more and more aware of mental health issues and taking steps to help their employees regarding the same. A great initiative would be hiring an in-house counselor or an HR with a degree in psychology. The person should have a neutral stand in the company and hence, employees would be able to freely go to the person for help. There will be good days and bad days in the office but with someone to listen to, it gets so much easier to handle.
Pep-talk sessions
Sometimes, all your employee need is some inspiration and push in the right direction. Get in touch with a life coaching organization and bring in a motivational speaker for a conference. They can help your employees feel rejuvenated and positive. Such speakers are eloquent and have a way with words that is captivating. Hence, they can motivate the employees successfully. You can even turn this into an interactive session. That will not only help the employees share their personal issues but also give you an idea about the things that bother and demotivate them at work.
It is crucial to ensure employee satisfaction because they are the key to bringing home profit. When your employees are happy, you can rest assured that the business would remain a consistent profit earner for years to come.