The Staggering Impact of Motivated Staff Members

 “Structure is the most important thing that teams must have in the workplace.

 If employees have structure, they know what managers are expecting of them 

and know what they can do to meet those needs. 

The clearer you are, the better it is for your people,”

As a long-time business consultant and advisor, Patricia Huisman-Spuijbroek says consultants should aim to help clients develop companies that produce consistent results in an efficient fashion. However, keeping a productive work environment is about more than having the right resources or strategies—you have to keep your employees motivated.

While some management figures may keep their distance from employees, their lack of involvement or motivating could have a drastic impact on not only the success of the business, but the growth of productivity as well.

According to Huisman-Spuijbroek, an unmotivated employee is a lost opportunity to make the most out of an individual who has the potential to grow and deliver innovation within the company. Dampened morale can spread quickly among employees, and one unmotivated staff member can soon turn into an uninspired workforce.

Currently, rates in productivity—and perhaps different styles in management and motivation—are creating different, widespread economic results for two different countries.

According to a recent Bloomberg report, rising rates of productivity in the United States are making it easier to restrict labor cost, spurring greater economic recovery. However, across the Atlantic, the British economy is getting hit by a lack of worker efficiency. Citing new data from the National Institute of Economic and Social Research, a recent Reuters UK article explains that economic recovery in the UK is dependent on wage growth and consumer spending—a trend that is in jeopardy if worker productivity and employee motivation remains low.

Patricia Huisman-Spuijbroek responds, “It is clear from both of these current examples that employee productivity—generated through strategized motivation—can have serious implications on the overall stimulus in two different recovering economies. As such, management has a responsibility not only to their companies, but also to their markets, to motivate productivity.”

There is No Single Approach to Employee Motivation

Management and workplace research has attempted for many years to discover one solid way of overseeing employees to yield positive results. However, it has become increasingly apparent—especially as work environments become more diverse—that not one single management style can work for every type of employee.

According to Patricia Huisman-Spuijbroek, it is the duty of executives and managers to get to know their staff. In order to create workforces that work faster and with better accuracy, it is important to get to know team members on a personal level.

With this relationship and insight, management will find it easier to adapt to the unique needs of employees and motivate them to the highest level. For example, some leaders will learn which employees respond better to critical approaches, while others are motivated by rewards.

Trending Employee Motivation Strategies

As suggested by the Reuters UK article noted above, wage growth could be an incredible motivator for employees. However, there are many other ways that business owners and management can fuel success among their team:

-       Present Room for Growth 

Patricia Huisman-Spuijbroek explains that one of the ways to keep an employee motivated is to provide a way for them to become confident in their future. As such, managers that show opportunity for employee growth, and detail how professionals can climb the ranks, will find that their staff typically works harder and with greater focus.

A recent Forbes article suggests, “Talented people generally—not always but often, in my management experience—want to advance in an organization.” The article also notes that individuals may not only be motivated by the capacity to grow within the company, but also gain more critical skills that will encourage professional development.

Spuijbroek explains that mapping out growth for staff is critical to success, as it shows that a company is invested in the success of its employees. The results of this approach can be incredible, especially as it encourages higher rates of employee retention.

-       Stay Involved 

Inspired to create better work environments, Patricia Huisman-Spuijbroek is a major advocate for creating an atmosphere of respect in the office, between all employees.

Noting that respect can generate results, she encourages managers to stay involved with projects and set an empowering example for employees. She explains that distant managers may slowly lose the respect of their staff members, making it difficult to not only achieve productivity but also delegate duties in the future.

-       Maintain Structure 

Staying involved, offering rewards, and creating an atmosphere for growth can all be strong tactics to increasing employee productivity. However, as business leaders, management personnel must establish a structure that works and remains consistent. Without this structure, employees can lose faith in their management and eventually become disconnected with their work, especially if they do not know what to expect on a daily basis.

“Structure is the most important thing that teams must have in the workplace. If employees have structure, they know what managers are expecting of them and know what they can do to meet those needs. The clearer you are, the better it is for your people,” Patricia Huisman-Spuijbroek concludes.

Source: interpacket.com