Unless you are self-employed, you are going to need employees to help run a successful business. It’s not difficult to figure out that Keeping those employees’ happy leads to more productivity and loyalty. One of the best ways to keep employees happy is to acknowledge the good work that they do. Here are some easy ways to show your appreciation for good employees.
A simple thank you note can go a long way. There is something powerful about taking the time to thank someone with a physical note. Employees appreciate it when a boss takes the time to personally write something positive about them. It gives the employee the assurance that they are doing a good job and that people notice. Writing thank you notes is also one of the least expensive ways to communicate.
Positive reinforcement is important during meetings with your boss or those who report to you. Every good business owner or manager knows the importance of positive enforcement. Sometimes it may be difficult to keep conversations positive when things aren’t going well and it’s important to discuss negative issues. Discussing any negative issues helps to find solutions to problems. The key is to end meetings and conversations on a positive note so that employees leave with a more positive attitude.
It is also a very effective meeting strategy to highlight an employee for a job well done. Make it an ongoing bullet point on the agenda to call out a person or team for doing a great job. Knowing the boss not only appreciates your work but knows exactly what you are doing can be a big boost to an employee’s confidence at work.
Finally, it may seem cliché, but starting an “employee of the month, week, or quarter” program is a great way to build employee morale and productivity. The idea of highlighting someone’s achievements on a regular basis is nice and is a great way to reinforce the behaviors and values you want your company culture to reflect.