As we are all currently facing a very challenging time, you may feel that your employees seem to lose focus more than usual. They may get tired fast and appear even to be frustrated at times. As an employer, while this can be difficult for you, there are some things you can say and do to help motivate employees.
Encouragement and engagement
What employees need most at a time like this, is encouragement and engagement. One can feel isolated in one’s troubles and may feel you are not doing enough or not living up to expectations. As a superior, it’s important to show them that they are not alone, discuss their pain points and find solutions where possible. You could also involve them in other interactive areas to take their minds off the gloom. Make team meetings lively and refer to the issues in a lighter vein so the situation doesn’t look as dreadful.
Recognize and appreciate
Creating a culture of recognition and appreciation is important, and during a crisis this is doubly important. It’s imperative to keep them going and most vital to overall company success as well. Right now, Sri Lanka is going through a turbulent economic climate and because of that, many employees may feel a lack of financial and job security. When you recognize them for their efforts and appreciate the hard work that they have put in, it helps them work better, because they know that the employer is noticing their contribution. This will go on to motivate employees and appease their fears and work with confidence even under the circumstances.
Give them trust by giving them responsibility
Show your employees you trust them by giving them responsibilities that allow them to grow. Encourage them to gain new skills. Provide if possible education opportunities and online tutorials etc. Hire from within wherever possible, a promotion or two will not hurt and encourage others as well. Employees may have an idea now, that the country is experiencing an economic recession. Therefore, when they come up with these ideas, help them and support them better, so that they can be implemented, rather than shutting them down.
Discuss benefits and rewards
The rewards you give your employees should speak to their emotional needs and should go beyond their monetary compensation. Right now, while the salary that you offer your employees may not be pegged to the dollar, see how you can help relieve them of their daily burdens. Perhaps you could move into a flexible work from home situation so that they can save on travel. If not, you can see how you could help them thrive financially better under these circumstances, keeping the wellbeing of the organization in mind.
These simple actions can help you and your employees stay motivated, ensuring more productivity for your business. For more information that can help you with your business during this time visit diriya.lk