As the boss responsible for motivating your people, you can do a little bit every day to ensure that your people really are happy to work for you and that they work with maximum effort. And it’s nothing earth-shattering, you just have to find the time to follow the advice offered by the Salary.com website:
Be in touch
Don’t think of your team as an anonymous group, try to maintain personal contact with each subordinate. All of your subordinates should know that you have time for them as individuals.
Show that you are accessible
Do not keep your office door closed the whole day. Open doors can do a lot, even just for the feeling of the people around you that you are not hiding.
Offer a helping hand
Don’t do somebody else’s work, but be ready to offer your assistance if it becomes necessary.
Behave politely
Do not forget to say “thank you” and “please.” Demonstrate through your behavior that you respect your people.
Do not skip breaks
Surely you know very well that constant work without the occasional stretch and a recharge of your batteries cannot be productive. Take regular breaks and lead by example in this.
Compliment someone
Every day find an opportunity to express to someone your recognition of their good work. It costs you nothing, yet it can significantly improve your people’s performance.
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