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Educational Service Unit No. 11
Dissatisfaction and disinterest in an employee at the workplace is a dangerous thing. It’s a silent poison that is slowly eating away at your resources, draining your best talent.
Sure, it’s one thing if there’s one employee with an issue, but if you notice that more and more of your employees are getting burnt out and dispassionate about work, then that’s a red flag you cannot ignore.
Ignoring the lack of motivation among employees can be dangerous for your business.
Why motivate your workers? The answer is simple.
A motivated workforce means better productivity, which means great things for the future successes of your business. Disinterested, uninspired employees will not help you achieve your goals. Motivated, proactive employees will.
It isn’t enough to merely pay your employees and hope for the best. Being on the payroll is rarely ever enough to keep workers motivated, but you can make use of incentive programs to keep the productivity flowing. Rewards for a job well done could be anything from a bonus to a chance to kick back and relax. The possibilities are endless, and a rewards program like this can spur employees into being invested and inspired at work.
It’s also important to identify and address any issues your employees may have, whether as a whole or on an individual level. Maintaining effective communication is key in this regard, and it can go a long way toward fostering a positive work environment, which boosts creativity and productivity as a result.
Increased employee motivation can mean better satisfaction, more commitment, enhanced efficiency and the chance for workers to help themselves grow. A lack of motivation can mean the opposite, and that’s when companies know they’re in trouble.
In order to avoid the pitfalls of low employee motivation, businesses should take an active role and interest in helping their workers feel heard, as well as making them feel appreciated for what they bring to the table.
There are many ways to help boost employee morale. One creative way to do so is to bring in a well-established inspirational speaker!
Why not hire Hall of Fame speaker Steve Gilliland for your next corporate event? As a comedic motivational speaker, he offers a number of impactful presentations on adding value to life, getting motivated and attaining success.
Steve is able to effectively engage audiences and provide them with considerable insight into how to take steps toward their true potential!
