Our views are compatible with what's important to me. Herman warns that despite the best of intentions in creating an optimal working environment, not every employee will respond the same way to everything you do. A good leader should focus on treating each employee not equally, but fairly. More than ever before, we are leading a workforce of individuals. It is essential we recognize that and appreciate their differences.
People are hungry for opportunities to grow into their jobs.
They crave advancement, both in position and stature, and in responsibility and opportunity. At a time when small business owners are hard pressed to maximize every payroll dollar, recognizing and rewarding employee contributions through recognition programs can be an excellent way to boost productivity and morale. In addition, they reinforce specific behaviors and types of performance the company values, such as innovation or good customer service. It's important to tailor the recognition program to what motivates your employee base. Workers who put in long hours on a successful project, for example, may be motivated by getting extra time off.