The job of an owner, director or manager is to get things done through their employees. And to make this happen, they need to be able to motivate their staff. Nevertheless, for many people this is easier said than done.
Motivating People Is Poorly Practiced By Today's Leaders.
Regardless of all the research and books on the subject of motivating people in the workforce, employee motivation is not fully understood and often times poorly applied. To truly understand employee motivation we must understand people (which tends to be the weak link in the process).
Understanding people is a complex process; however, it is a necessary part of effective employee motivation. Once a person has mastered this skill, effective management and leadership is easily implemented.
On The Job Improvement Is Augmented Through One's Motivation.
No matter what we do for a living, everyone needs to be motivated. Whether you are a cabinet maker, baker or CEO of a Fortune 100 company, you need to be driven or at least motivated (internally or externally) to do your job.
Does Everyone Have Self-Motivation?
There is no simple or clear answer to that question. Self-motivation is a trait that everyone has, but the level of motivation varies from person to person. For any business to survive and succeed, they need to have employees who are motivated. While there are scores of options, our research has shown that most people do not know where to start. That being said, we have bulleted a few ideas to get you (or someone you know) started down the right path.
- Set High Expectations And/Or Goals
- Employ Positive Reinforcement
- Treat People, Job Descriptions And Positions Fairly
- Meet An Employee's Need(s)
- Restructure Roles And Responsibilities
- Financial Rewards Based On Job Performance
Motivation In The Workplace Is Valuable In Terms Of Both Revenue And Production.
You can improve your staff's motivation quickly (and often times at little or no cost) by following these five steps:
1. Improve Everyone's Work Environment: Look for simple ways to make it more enjoyable to come to work, like putting on a fresh coat of paint, having clean bathrooms or replacing some worn out carpeting. Even a larger or updated company sign can bring new life to the work environment.
2. Make Work More Challenging, Fun & Interesting: Training workers in new areas and assigning new job tasks can give workers new insights about the business and improve skill sets. This can build confidence in their ability to perform different job functions and increase worker moral.
3. Give Kudos For A Job Well Done: Everyone appreciates being noticed when they do something right or go above and beyond their normal responsibilities, especially if the job is monotonous or difficult.
4. Tie Money Or Perks To Outstanding Performance: Make bonuses or perks a motivation for employees to work harder and better at their job. Share their outstanding performance with other employees.
5. Keep An Open Line Of Communication With Everyone: You need to know if your people are no longer challenged or have become bored with their job. The only way to become aware of this is for employees to be able to communicate their desires to their immediate supervisor. Although no one can accommodate the needs of everyone, you should try your hardest to lend a proactive ear to their needs.
Executive Summary: There are many factors that motivate people. Surprisingly enough, pay, benefits and working conditions are typically given a low rating. And contrary to popular belief, money is NOT the prime motivator. People want to be respected, acknowledged and rewarded intrinsically for a job well done.
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