Creating a positive work environment in 2023

As we enter the new year, it’s a great time for small business owners to think about how to create a positive and engaging work environment in 2023. A positive work environment has been shown to increase productivity, reduce staff turnover and increase employee retention. happy. If you want to know the small changes that have a big impact on culture, read on.

Importance of listening to staff

So how can you create a positive work environment? Start by talking directly to your employees and getting their feedback on what’s important to them. Everyone has different ways of working and motivations, so it’s important to adjust as much as possible.

If you’re in need of some general tips and advice, our recent research conducted by Shota Biz gives you a good idea of ​​the areas you need to pay attention to.

what employees want from their jobs

Overall, our research revealed that employees most wanted extra cash and flexibility.

We also found that:

• 76% of employees say benefits at work make them feel appreciated, appreciated, happier or want to work harder.
• When it comes to employee preferred methods of compensation, it’s no surprise that cash ranked highest, with 50% of employees choosing cash as their preference, followed by flexible work location/conditions (19 %), followed by more vacations (15%). per cent), perks (6%), learning and development (6%), and finally a fun office with top-notch facilities (4%).
• Twenty-nine percent of respondents report that work-life balance is their top concern over the next 12 months, and 25% are concerned about financial security.

Results show that employees are more interested in what’s happening in the “now” and impacting them, with an emphasis on money and flexibility over things like career progression and training and development opportunities. I understand.

We know that workplace incentives make employees feel appreciated and recognized, but it’s interesting to note that 12% of respondents reported that their workplace doesn’t offer benefits or incentives. .

Small business owners who do not employ any recognition, compensation, or benefit programs can do themselves and their staff a disservice. It doesn’t have to be timely or costly, but demonstrating awareness in some way can go a long way toward creating a positive work environment. Small business owners are increasingly choosing digital gifts as an easy way to reward and engage staff.

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