For others, it's the bottom line-their paychecks are their first and foremost concern. But one of the most cost-effective ways to set your shop apart in the minds of employees and potential employees is with the benefits package you offer. The right combination of good working conditions and a unique, attractive benefits package can often lure top technicians, even if a shop up the street is offering higher per-hour pay. The beauty of many employee perks or benefits is that they don't have to cost an arm and a leg to have impact. Often, some of the least expensive employee extras are the ones they most appreciate and that do the most for their overall job satisfaction.
Little things count.
Here's some information on a wide range of employee benefits that collision repair shops and other small businesses around the country are offering. Some may be better suited to this industry than others. And some may sound just plain strange at first. Having only half the team on Fridays occasionally results in some confusion or problems, the shop owner reports, but the schedule is so popular that everyone pitches in to cover the bases. Productivity has held steady and is often higher than it was under the old 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. schedule.