Reward and recognition should be an essential part of every business. Your employees should feel valued and appreciated in the workplace, especially when they work hard. However, Census Wide found that a whopping one-third of UK employees feel undervalued at work. Many businesses fail to provide employee benefits packages, wellbeing support and a healthy work-life balance.
Here are a few ways to make your employees feel more valued at work.
Rewards
Good work should be rewarded. For example, your employees may have hit a target ahead of schedule or transformed an area of your business. They should be rewarded with a simple thank you letter, small gift or promotion. Of course, the size of the reward depends on the work they have done. A small thank you can go a long way in making your employees feel valued at work.
You could give each employee a gift basket at the end of every quarter. Fill the hamper with food, a bottle of wine and a few sweet treats. You could have it delivered to their homes if your team works remotely. Write a personalised thank you card to each team member and make a note of their accomplishments this year. Your team will feel valued, and ready to take on the next quarter.
Health and wellbeing
Robert Walters found that 88% of professionals look for mental health and wellbeing strategies from their employer when searching for a new role. Employers need to develop their wellbeing strategies to attract high-flying candidates.
You could give your office a makeover with plenty of natural light, plants and breakout spaces. Apply a fresh coat of paint to the floors, and hang up some inspirational wall art. The workplace environment can make a huge difference to your employees’ mental wellbeing. They are more likely to feel motivated and excited to come into the office.
Work-life balance
A healthy work-life balance is more important than ever after the pandemic. The Workable Great Discontent Survey found that 43.5% of UK workers said work flexibility is one of the top factors to attract them to a new role. Flexible working allows professionals to split their time between the office and home. They can spend less time commuting and more time playing with their children or catching up on household chores.
Flexible working is a highly sought-after employee benefit for most job candidates. Office work also has its advantages. You can socialise with your colleagues, focus on your work and build lasting relationships with other professionals.
Businesses need to start prioritising employee wellbeing. Your team should have time to switch off from work at the end of the day – instead of constantly working overtime. Encourage your team to work smartly and productively.
