What Employees Love

Companies should be motivated to promote a healthy work environment. Happy employees are more successful, productive and collaborative. They think more creatively and are not afraid to take risks. Below are some ways to create and promote a positive workplace through these Human Resources (HR) practices.

Training

We recommend that companies dedicate at least one week to training new employees. The HR manager should create a planned onboarding program. This can include shadowing colleagues, attending meetings, reviewing strategy documents and locating key internal documents. Don’t forget to review health and safety protocols. Ongoing training should be offered as needed on specific topics.

Regular Communication

Two-way communication is crucial for organizational success. Managers should set up a regular schedule to connect with their employees, and this should be done outside of operational meetings. These check-ins can be done via text, Zoom, a phone call or over coffee. The key is having dedicated time each week to discuss projects, ideas and challenges.

Clean Up

Time is our most valuable commodity. It is respectful to clean up after yourself. That means washing your coffee cup and putting it away. It also translates to replacing paper in the copier after running a big job. Employees should be mindful of sharing key documents and attending meetings on time. Mutual respect promotes a professional work environment.

Set Clear Goals

Success is achieved when performance and goals align. Each person should have clear work objectives. Clearly explain what key performance indicators (KPI) will be used to monitor their progress. Set regular times to evaluate KPIs, which allows for tweak to be made. A company should align the goals of the employee and their team to the organization. It’s important to communicate how personal and departmental goals support the mission of the company.