7 issues that each worker desires from their boss
What do employees want? While the answer will vary from employee to employee, our research and work reveals a collective “wish list” that every boss should know.
What follows are some of the most sought after employee requests and the ones that most often appear to be unfulfilled:
1. Take action on employee suggestions
The action could be to get in touch with the employee to share the appreciation for their thoughts and help them understand why you are or aren't implementing their suggestion. The action closes the feedback loop, which can be just as useful as implementing a suggestion from an employee. Either way, you say that what you shared was valuable. This will motivate them to make their suggestions in the future.
2. Show appreciation and appreciation
Say "Thank you" for the good work. Specifically, reinforce the behaviors that you want to continue to see. In a two-way communication training session recently, a woman asked if she should reward and acknowledge someone on her team for “just doing their job”. Absolutely. Jobs do not inspire or motivate people. Leaders do.
3. Less BS and more humanity
Enough to beat the bush, or worse, “turn” the news. Employees want to know what is happening and why. Tell them what you know, if you know. You may be waiting too long after receiving important information to communicate.
4. Empathize with them
Take a break and imagine how you feel. Show that you hear them and validate their feelings. The payoff is an employee who knows you care; At the same time, you collect information that is useful to motivate this employee.
5. Listen more (listen to them)
Stop talking so much. Ask for input and feedback. Employees are more likely to support things that they help shape. Stop the monologues and talk about them; have real, two-way conversations.
6. Understanding your expectations
The people meet the expectations placed on them. Many business problems are caused by a lack of understanding of expectations or a misunderstanding of what is needed and expected. Have you developed and articulated your expectations?
7. Show the staff you care about (in a real way)
Find out what matters and remember key milestones that are important to employees.
So this is my short list. Best of all, everything on the wishlist is free.
Which of these skills do you need to focus on?
– David Grossman
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