How to increase your team's productivity !

We all know that we seem to have more energy, less stress, more creativity,  and achieve more when we are happy !

Creating a workplace filled with happy people isn’t as difficult as you might think. And it isn’t about salary increases. In fact, research confirms that salary is never the primary reason people leave jobs – they leave jobs first and foremost because they feel under-valued or unappreciated

1. BUILD TRUST
When employees feel they are trusted to perform their job functions they have the freedom and confidence to engage creatively and participate in solving problems, which in turn creates a feeling of value, maximising their contribution. And make sure keep any promises you make to them – broken promises will remove any feelings of trust they may have!

2. GIVE RESPECT
​Most of the scientists suggest that if people aren’t given the chance to use their talents, their level of engagement is reduced and their job commitment diminished. Respect also goes beyond the projects and tasks assigned at work.Thinking out of the box and caring about their personal problems will increase the feeling of respect.

3. COMMUNICATE CLEARLY AND OFTEN
Be clear about your expectations of them. Wherever possible, keep people informed about the whole business, and particularly about anything that impacts their jobs. Walk the talk. If you expect honesty and openness from them, model that in the way you communicate with them.

4. RECOGNITION IS VITAL
When you celebrate accomplishments, you demonstrate you care about them. . Try to assure that they have the opportunity to do what they do best every day, and remind them that their jobs are important for you

5. SET GOALS
​Whether for their individual job performance or for ongoing projects, set goals that are  specific, measurable & achievable). These goals are critical to delivering quality and successful results.

6. OFFER THEM ANY SUPPORT THEY NEED
Insure they have the resources needed (time, people, budget, training) to do their work effectively.

7. LET THEM UNDERSTAND YOUR IDEAS
​If you want someone to be part of the dream you need to first share the dream with them. People engage more readily in a task or project if they know both the purpose of the task and the contribution their effort will make to a bigger picture. Spend time ensuring your employees understand the business goals and vision and you will be rewarded with increased levels of engagement.

8. COMMUNICATION IS IMPORTANT
​The difference between a mediocre manager and an effective one often boils down to communication. Specifically, a lack of transparency from the top down is often the root of the problem, but the responsibility for effective communication doesn’t rest solely on the shoulders of the chief executives.Don’t be afraid to field questions, provide information and be as direct and straightforward as possible about what can be addressed. In short, good communication gets to the core of employee engagement.

Creating a workplace filled with happy people isn’t as difficult as you might think. And it isn’t about salary increases. In fact, research confirms that salary is never the primary reason people leave jobs – they leave jobs first and foremost because they feel under-valued or unappreciated

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