Tag: recognition

Boosting Employee Morale One Step at a Time

July 26, 2023 by

Disengagement and lack of inspiration lead to low employee morale – the “silent killer” of the workplace. Low employee morale negatively affects atmosphere and culture, and subsequently decreases productivity, growth, and engagement. Additionally, as morale and engagement decrease, employee burnout increases.  In Lattice’s State of People Strategy Report 2023, data shows that 72% of employees may feel disconnected, and as a result the majority of HR teams are now exerting more effort than ever before towards the improvement of employee engagement.

So how can employers fight this lack of morale and engagement among their employees? Simply put – by investing in them.

 Harvard Business Review recognized that there is an ongoing discussion regarding employees not reaching their full potential, cultivating an undesired culture of low motivation. It’s necessary then to examine the possible causes. HBR noted three main categories: personal challenges, interpersonal issues, or your own leadership.

  • Personal challenges: Feedback is critical to show your employees the capabilities that they hold and make them aware of what excellence looks like. Their motivation is worth taking the time to invest in.
  • Interpersonal issues: Team dynamics are a key player in performance. Identify the opportunities you have to sculpt the overall team attitude into one of ongoing support and success. 
  • Leadership problems: Avoid the managerial sins, such as micromanagement and poor communication. Take time to determine how your team prefers communication and your use of authority in relation to their work. Time spent with each unique team member fosters a trusting relationship that encompasses feedback and recognition.

To retain and engage your employees, it is of high importance to create an appealing environment that nourishes them to excel and grow. Through this, people can rediscover their human qualities that drive them to put forth stronger work efforts. The well-being of your employees is a direct avenue to their success, and focusing on that as a leader can allow your company to reach new heights.

Cows, Cow Dogs, and Culture

April 26, 2019 by

Last month while discussing employee engagement and culture, I mentioned David Friedman and his company, High Performing Culture.  David provides his clients with a practical, sustainable way to identify and build cultural behaviors (he calls these fundamentals).  At QIC, we refer to our fundamentals as “exclamations,” as they exclaim our high standards and commitment to… Read more »

Why Just O.K. is Not O.K.

March 25, 2019 by

I’ve been noticing some television commercials that play off this mantra. This very clever campaign uses various consumer settings to highlight the fact that one would never tolerate “just O.K.”, especially from their cellular provider. It caused me to think about how employees may feel and what they think about their companies, their jobs, and… Read more »

Seasonal Gratitude

December 22, 2015 by

The holiday season causes me to think about how we express gratitude and appreciation, both personally and professionally.  It’s important to show our appreciation to those who make daily contributions that enrich our lives at home and in business.  It’s also fitting to do this during the giving season.  Just make sure you aren’t “seasonal”… Read more »

A Lifestyle of Gratitude

November 25, 2015 by

With Thanksgiving upon us I sincerely wish you a day of reflection and peace, along with the opportunity to express gratitude to those that mean so much to you.  Just do it – and you and they will be better for it!  As Lynette Silva (Recognize This!) points out, expressing gratitude makes us want to… Read more »

Be a Recognition Champion

December 16, 2014 by

Behind every successful organization, project, or team, there is a knowledgeable and well-informed person leading the way. Recently as I watched several football games, I caught myself thinking about how important it is to have someone take pride and ownership of their roll. As a coach you must be fully devoted to the success of… Read more »