Motivating Employees

What motivates one employee may not motivate another. Managing your team with a range of motivators can result in improved performance from many different employees, and in increased retention and enthusiasm for the company.

Employers may want to adopt a variety of employee motivators, such as:

• Opportunities for promotion
• Freedom to work independently
• Challenging and satisfying projects
• Personal and professional growth through training and professional development
• Status and power, which can be represented in a job title
• Promoting the building of relationships with colleagues and customers
• Recognition of performance and contribution
• Flexible work arrangements
  

How to Motivate Your Employees

These strategies may help motivate your employees:

• Consider lateral moves if you can’t promote employees. Many times, people like to do different jobs to build their skills and knowledge.
• Get to know your employees--learn about their interests and what is important to them.
• Recognize employees’ efforts and achievements by personally thanking them.
• Create opportunities for social interaction, such as a company sports team.