There is a simple way to help employees reach their highest potential. By taking the time to show your employees that you genuinely care about them and their career, you will likely notice that they are happier, productive and more engaged in their work. Not sure where to start? An article on themuse.com shares four simple things you can do to show how much you appreciate what they do every day.
Lend Your Ear
Set up casual, one-on-one meetings but instead of spending the time talking about the day-to-day routines of the job, ask employees about their career. Ask about their short and long term goals and how you can help them to achieve those goals. Get their insight on how they feel about their current job and if there’s anything you can do to help make it better. Take this opportunity to allow them to give you feedback as well.
Recognize Their Success
Of course, giving your employees compliments is a good thing, but which are most valued? Be very specific when recognizing their success with these three easy steps:
- Mention the particular achievement
- Outline why it is so important
- Explain who benefited from it
Help Them Find Opportunities
Finding career-boosting opportunities for your employees is a great way to show that you’ve got their backs. By recommending they attend an industry conference or a networking experience, will show your employees that you want them grow and are willing to help.
Talk Outside of Work
It’s easy to get stuck in the daily grind and never really interact with your employees outside of asking about work related topics. Showing them you appreciate them as people can be almost as important as proving you appreciate them as employees. When time and workflow allow, take opportunities to chat with them about things going on outside of work like their families or hobbies. Getting to know your employees – and remembering some of the details to ask about again later – will show that you know they are more than just employees.
Most importantly, express that you are thankful. Sometimes, just saying a hearty “Thank you!” is all they really need to hear. It shows you’re paying attention to the work they are doing.
References: https://www.themuse.com/advice/8-things-to-give-your-employees-that-really-show-you-care?ref=search