Most workers know what it will take to keep them happy and
dedicated to their jobs and to the companies they work for. If only CEOs would
listen and hear what matters most to employees.
It’s Not about the Money
While true that people appreciate a bonus for a group goal,
and the occasional cost of living raise on their work anniversary, what matters
more is gratitude. A recent report found that 60 percent of workers surveyed
placed more value on being appreciated by management than a monetary reward.
Gratitude plays a significant role in employee satisfaction and retention. A
genuine thank you from the boss or a manager makes the world of difference for
many American workers.
Say It Ain’t So
There are some bosses and managers who fall into these
categories and US Media Studios hopes they hear us:
- Uncommunicative and emotionally distant bosses do not rank high on any employee’s list about good leaders.
- Business leaders who do not give credit to workers are high on the list (32% of respondents).
- Business leaders who do not give praise or express support fall closely behind not giving credit (28%).
- Business leaders that do not help employees with promotion is a major turn off for most workers (24%).
- Business leaders who view staff as replaceable (and remind them of that now and then) is another factor that compels employees to bolt (13%).
What Matters Most to Employees
Respondents (and most workers, in fact) want to feel
appreciated by their managers. They want to know, in real time, that their hard
work and dedication is appreciated. They don’t necessarily want to wait until
the dreaded mid and year end performance review. If an employee did a good job
on something today, let him or her know today. If it was a team effort, then
thank the whole team.
USMedia Studios encourages business leaders to show and give gratitude and
appreciation to your staff. It goes a very long way in convincing them you
care.
