Provide Opportunities for Career and Skill Development

Provide Opportunities for Career and Skill Development 

No one wants to be stuck in a rut. If your business cannot afford to fund training, visit the WorkBC website to find out about the funding programs available for employee development.

 

If there are no relevant funding programs, create a learning environment within your business. Encourage employees to mentor each other and teach new skills to their coworkers.  Champion employees who take on responsibility and give them support to help them succeed.

7. Provide Ongoing Performance Feedback, Recognition and Acknowledgment 

Feedback in a manager-employee relationship is key. Make sure each team member knows what you want them to achieve and schedule regular reviews. If they complete their tasks or surpass them, show them the recognition and acknowledgment they deserve. It will make them inspired to do even better.

8. Instil a Sense of Purpose and Direction in Each Employee

Make sure each employee knows what or how they contribute to the business. Outline how they help the business achieve its goals and how they can do more to push the business in the right direction.

9. Provide Constant Communication and Transparency Between the Leaders and the Employees

Like in all relationships, communications is crucial. By being open and honest with employees you’ll encourage them to do the same. This will help reduce the opportunities for misunderstandings and unhappiness in the workplace.

10. Look for Ways to Support a Balanced Work/Life Schedule

When most people are asked what they would like to achieve in their next job role, the answer is generally the same: a greater work/life balance. But what this means is different to different people. Speak to your staff and find out what they would like. If it means banking overtime for extra vacation, or leaving early on a Friday to extend their weekend, your flexibility will be reflected in how flexible they are with you.