Increase Employee Satisfaction Right Now With These 7 Tips

A very familiar situation for many people: "I can't wait for the weekend!" "I wish it was Friday already." "When will it be 5 PM so I can finally go home?"

Constant complaints, employees leaving jobs, unsatisfactory working conditions. It is probably every HR manager's nightmare. Employee satisfaction has been a much-overlooked issue in the past. Fortunately, in the past few years, employee satisfaction and the influence of mood on work results have been looked at in more detail. If this is a topic you're interested in, definitely keep reading. In today's article, you will learn several tips, thanks to which you can increase the satisfaction of your employees to the maximum.

1. Ask your employees

No one has dared to say it out loud yet, but your sixth sense tells you that the atmosphere in the company is getting thicker and thicker every day. What to do with this? There is nothing easier than asking them. Invite (if possible) each of the employees for a 1:1 interview and ask them what they like about the company, what they don't like, and where they would make the necessary changes. Try to create a relaxed atmosphere. Offer your colleague time and coffee and maybe even something to bite. If you push someone, you will only make the atmosphere worse. And the person most likely won't be honest with you, either.

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2. Invest in the future of employees

If you are considering where to invest company money, your employees are the right choice. Don't forget, thanks to them your company works and will work. Talk to your employees and carefully focus on what could help them most in their development. If it makes sense for both parties, arrange a course for them or let them visit an exciting conference.

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3. Highlight the achievements of individuals

Imagine the following situation: You work hard every day and bring great results to your company. But no one will appreciate you for it. How will you feel in this situation? Let me guess. You will most likely be very demotivated, and your performance will deteriorate. Therefore, make sure that you appreciate your employees sufficiently. But also make sure they appreciate each other. Guide them to do so.

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4. Be transparent

All information that flows in your company should be transparent. Don't lie to your employees about what your next steps are. The more honest you are with them, the more open they will be with you.

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5. Create a pleasant work environment

Create a pleasant working environment for your employees, and they will prefer to come to work much more. Get creative and come up with such company benefits that your employees won't want to leave anymore. Of course, you won't be out of step by asking them what they would appreciate. For example, what can it be?

- Pet & child-friendly offices.

- Home-made company breakfast.

- Regular team buildings.

- Company workshops.

- Activities like running, yoga, planting trees.

- Meeting after work - for example, once a month, so employees can talk and get to know all the colleagues from the non-formal side as well.

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6. Improve communication

Make sure you communicate clearly and understandably to people and that they apply the same. Incorrect communication can very quickly turn toxic. Therefore, always ensure that employees clearly understand how you communicate with them. What does it mean?

- Your employees should know it's okay to ask questions. It should even be desirable.

- You have to communicate with everyone on the same level. No one should act haughty over anyone.

- If you promise something, keep it.

- Listen to others and look for the best possible solutions together.

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7. Nurture your talents

Human capital is the most important thing for the functioning of the company. Therefore, do not underestimate it and appreciate talented people. If you don't take care of them, it's very easy for them to leave. And as you know, finding replacements for these people is not easy. Are you wondering how to take care of your talents? The essential thing is not to let them stagnate, to offer them various alternatives for education, career progression, and new competencies and responsibilities. Also, try to introduce the possibility of a home office, additional medical leave, or contributions for vacation.

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Do you use these tips in your practice? If so, which one worked best for you? Don't be shy to let us know.