The most successful businesses today are constantly empowering, encouraging and nurturing their employees. Here are some tips on how to motivate and energise your team:
1. Survey your team membersAsk people from different levels in your business what they would change and how they would change it. This is a great way of picking up fresh ideas and makes your team realise you value their opinion and their contribution to improving the company.
2. Share the visionShow your team the sales figures, projections and your vision for the future of the company. Communicate constantly. This lets your team know where you’re heading and the role they play in getting there.
3. Encourage your team to improve your systemsEmpower your team to constantly improve processes and systems. This gives them ownership of the concept and builds confidence in developing solutions.
4. Provide continuous trainingEncourage your team to improve their skills. Train them in communication, people skills, selling, management etc. Have regular reviews and get staff to make a commitment to implementing new ideas or strategies.
5. Find solutions from your teamAsk your team how they might solve some of the frustrations and challenges in your business. You’ll be surprised how quickly and easily you solve your challenges with a collective input.
6. Improve productivityGet your people to set uninterrupted time aside to focus on high priority tasks. Blocking out time zones like this increases productivity and helps your team to prioritise more effectively.
7. Reward constantlyAcknowledge successes and achievements, provide incentives and set performance standards. When your employees perform, thank them… make them feel special.
John Logar
Professional Speaker and Consultant
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