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Productivity is Great… Here’s How to Encourage It

Productivity is Great… Here’s How to Encourage It

Productivity is extremely important for your business' ability to generate revenue and maintain consistent performance. Interestingly, many businesses face similar productivity challenges over time. What can small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) do to improve productivity when it starts to decline? Let's take a look at some strategies to keep productivity high. 

Keep Your Employees Accountable

A major cause of decreased productivity is employees not pulling their weight. Small businesses often struggle with finding ways to hold their team accountable. Productivity can fluctuate due to factors like weather, demand, or lack of managerial oversight. Here are some ways to maintain accountability:

Manage but Don’t Micromanage

Managers must lead effectively without micromanaging. Casual relationships between managers and subordinates can sometimes harm work dynamics, while overly strict oversight can bog down creative teams. Managers should develop respect and trust with their teams, allowing employees to demonstrate their capabilities. Effective leadership is key to maintaining high productivity.

Clearly Define Expectations

Setting clear expectations and benchmarks from the start helps create an environment where success is well-defined. Productivity often suffers due to operational redundancy, inefficiencies, and confusion. By clearly communicating what is expected, you can reduce these issues and enhance productivity.

Provide the Necessary Tools

To hold workers accountable, you must equip them with the resources needed to meet their goals. Productivity is often lost when employees have to piece together solutions with inadequate tools. Investing in the necessary resources can save more in the long run by boosting productivity and meeting customer expectations efficiently.

Foster a Positive Work Environment

Creating a positive work environment is crucial for maintaining productivity. Fear and unreasonable standards can lead to high turnover and low morale. Instead, focus on leadership that encourages employees and fosters a supportive atmosphere.

Positivity = Productivity

Employees are more productive in a positive work environment than in a toxic one. According to the American Psychological Association, workplace stress costs the U.S. economy nearly $500 billion annually. Jobs come with expectations and deadlines, but companies that maintain a positive environment see better productivity and lower turnover rates.

High turnover is costly, with estimates suggesting that replacing an employee can cost between half to two times their annual salary. Happy employees contribute to business success, while constant turnover doesn’t make anything successful. Let’s take a look at ways to build positivity:

Have a Retention Strategy

Respectful treatment of staff is crucial for retention. Two-thirds of employees leave jobs due to a lack of respect. Regular praise, timely performance reviews, raises when applicable, and valuing employee input are essential. Treat employees as valuable members of your team to keep them productive.

Offer Benefits

Health benefits are significant for modern workers and can be a deciding factor in staying with a job. While health plans may be challenging for smaller businesses, offering or subsidizing healthcare costs can keep employees happy and productive. Other cost-free benefits, like flexible dress codes, flexible work hours, or wellness programs, can also improve employee satisfaction and focus.

Embrace Technology

Technology plays a significant role in enhancing productivity. Using technology to facilitate collaboration and streamline operations can help keep productivity high. To learn more about productivity-enhancing solutions, contact Jackson Thornton Technologies at (877) 226-9091 today.

Maintaining high productivity is vital for every business, and it requires ongoing effort to keep it at acceptable levels. By implementing these strategies, businesses can improve productivity and achieve long-term success.

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