1. Balance work and personal lifeBalance work and personal life - HR professionals is battling to the challenges of a transforming workforce reality the need to be aware of certain trends which impacts efforts to attract and retain talented employees. Because people used to be able to manage all aspects of their lives, work-life balance was less important than it is now, the importance of balancing work and life has never been greater. The importance of family is paramount to everyone. If work starts to cause a strain on the family, no amount will make it possible for an employee to stay. So a small gestures of allowing an employee to take an extended leave once a month to watch with his daughter's or son's schools activity will likely be repaid with loyalty and extended employment with an organization.
2. Compensation package competitive
Higher salaries" Money remains the main reason employees seek to make a difference. We feel normal to think that we are paid fair and adequately for the work they do. It is important to compare what other companies and organizations offer in terms of benefits and salary. You should also research the standard compensation package and benefits available for your position. This includes retirement, health and dental insurance, vacation days, paid vacation, and other benefits. It is important to ensure that your company's compensation package is fair so that employees don't look for more competitive packages.
3. Respect each employee and treat them as an individual
Each employee should be treated with respect. This can decrease the tendency of employees to feel their supervisors have all the credit. Be able to recognize your staff. Not all employees are interested in being singled out among hundreds of others. Different generations have different approaches to recognizing their team members. Unintentionally, you might make a baby boomer look bad by asking them to stand in front of colleagues and talk about their achievements. A Young Gen will be more grateful. A simple "thank you" or "nice job" or a pat in a back given in regular basis or frequency can significantly boost employee morale. Sometimes, team members will appreciate the time you took to get to him and deliver the message directly.
4. Positive Work Environment
While benefits and compensation are important factors, the most common reasons that workers leave a company is a chaotic work environment, poor bosses, difficult co-workers, and toxic workplaces. Everyone wants a well-organized work environment that allows them to do their best. If people and resources aren't organized it can hinder their ability to work effectively. This causes stress. You should arrange the things so people can easily access the resources and people that they require. This normally works best by organizing workspaces around the people operating the process, or the types of work that they do. This is so that people can do their jobs as easily as possible. If you don't have the space, or you are unable to provide it, then block off any areas with furniture, blinds, screens, or blinds.
Plants can soften noise if it is an issue. Your workers should be able to understand why you are making this change and the benefits. It is often said that people leave their jobs due to poor mentorship and supervision. A team member's growth and success is largely dependent on the performance of their supervisor. Employees want to be surrounded by Bosses who show respect, remuneration kindness, and are approachable. Workers are more likely to remain with a company if they have a good and positive work environment.
5. Eliminate favoritism
The "inner circle" or "good ole guys" can make an unfavorable organization culture. It can encourage bitterness among team members and lead to a negative effect on certain valued team members. Employee favoritism is destructive because of the following: Why should I do this if it will not get me anywhere? Do you think others will do the same? Why would I put in the effort if it is not appreciated? If they don't treat me fairly, why trust them?
As a result, employees' morale, productivity, and relationship with the manager will diminished thus creating a disengaged employees which eventually create disengage customers. It is important to treat all employees with equal respect and to avoid any favoritism. Individuals want to believe that every employee is treated equally. Create or design a policy or behavioral guidelines. You could also use these methods to request time off or any other work-related decision.
6. Communication and availability
Employee concerns and questions should be addressed by the Human Resource department. The HR department in many companies is seen as the policy making arm. The cornerstone of a forward-thinking HR department is responsiveness to employees' needs. This can be achieved by listening to your employees. You can give them honest feedback both positive and negatively. Clearly communicate expectations, goals, and new rules to be followed.
Tell them what is expected. Get them involved. Let's face facts. Face-to-face communication is what employees want with their managers and supervisors. This communication gives employees a sense of belonging and helps them feel valued. Managers may have many responsibilities and a limited time. Your main job as a manager, however, is to help your colleagues achieve organizational success. This act helps managers to lead and magnify the success of an organization.
7. Employee Empowerment
Empowered workers have a sense ownership and responsibility, and their ideas and contributions are often appreciated. Workplaces that empower employees, give them power over how things are done, and let them know that they are valuable to the organization, have higher productivity levels and less complaints. If employees feel that they are as important to their organization as the organization is to them, then that will be more valuable than a salary and any benefits package that prompted them to stay longer.
8. Place the Right Talent at the Right Job
Placing the Right Talent in the Right Job dramatically increases Employees retention and enhances the organization success by reducing costs in many business aspects. Discover ways to make your employees better and put them in an environment that makes them truly useful. A new car behind glass can be just a piece of metal and plastic. However, a car that is being driven is exactly what a car should become. The same goes for people once developed, one should use what they have learnt so that they can make the world around them a better place for themselves and others. This includes providing them with training, advancement opportunities, and helping them to turn a job into their dream career.
9. Celebrate your successes and make work fun.
Small successes can be shared with your employees. This is a great way to make the workplace more fun. A glass of champagne or two or more kilo Ice Creams or a small loaf of bread is fine, but it is not necessary. You can also celebrate positive momentum by simply whistling or tapping out an affirmation of enhanced gratitude.
10. Flexibility in the workplace
Flexible work is a way to increase employee morale. Workplace flexibility is hard to manage, because you need to meet operational demands. But it has to manage so the flexibility policy should be well defined and be implemented accordingly so its' good intent will not be lost.