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| Let Your People Shine
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"The deepest principle in human nature is the craving to be
appreciated", once stated William James, the philosopher. As
obvious as this fact seems, there are bosses who don't seem to
realize that this applies to them and the people who work for
them.
Some bosses cannot compliment their employees because they are
just a little bit jealous. Other bosses like to play the role of
being hard to impress. A few bosses are afraid to be too liberal
with praise and recognition. One is as wrong as the other.
People crave attention and recognition for themselves and their
work. Give it to them and watch a metamorphosis take place. They
will turn their appreciation into acts of gratitude, acts of
doing things correctly the first time, not because they have to,
but because they want to.
What does it take to satisfy your employees? It does not take
much; all you have to do is ask them. When asked, they will give
you many good ideas as to how you can enhance the motivational
climate for them.
Here are some suggestions that will help you get your
employees to shine:
* Let them know that they are a valued and appreciated member of
the organization.
* Establish an active suggestion box campaign.
* Implement the practical and suggestions.
* Announce internally and publicize externally the winning
suggestion.
* Give credit where credit is due, before it is asked for.
* Keep employees informed about aspects that affect them and
their jobs.
* Give frequent performance appraisals.
* Support the educational pursuits of your employees.
* Most of all show them by your actions that you care about
them.
Do these and watch your employees begin to shine! You will see
it reflected in their attitude and in their performance.
Remember: When you maximize your potential, everyone
wins. When you don't, we all lose.
© MMIV, Etienne A. Gibbs, MSW
About the author:
Etienne A. Gibbs, MSW, Management Consultant and Trainer,
offers a free health survey at http://eagibbs.usana.com and travel and related updates at www.Exe
cutiveAndGroupTravel.blogspot.com. Email him at eagibbs@ureach.com.
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