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The Best Way to Ensure Employee Happiness

Studies show that spontaneous gestures of genuine gratitude can go a long way towards making workers feel appreciated.

A number of studies have been conducted regarding which factors make employees unhappy at work and one of the second-biggest drivers of dissatisfaction appears to be a lack of praise and recognition. For those of you who regularly read our blogs, you should already know that an understanding of ways to increase employee and client retention is important; however, it’s also important to truly recognize the fact that workplaces imbued with a culture of recognition produce happier, more successful personnel.

Plain and simple, praise at work is imperative, but it’s still important for it to be genuine. If praise or things like awards are given based upon obligation instead of true appreciation, it will generally undermine your future efforts since employees will feel like you’re being dishonest.

To make sure this doesn’t become a problem at your company, consider utilizing a bit more spontaneity. All-too-often, businesses strive to standardize their operations—including employee appreciation strategies—but it’s worth noting that some of the best forms of workplace gratitude happen when employees least expect it.

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Therefore, consider taking a moment to surprise your hardworking employees with a beautiful gift basket or chocolate arrangement. Honestly, who wouldn’t love to come into work to find a lovely basket of goodies on their desk?

To see what we have available or to speak with us about creating something specific for your company, please call us at 770-886-9598 or visit our website at www.GratitudeGoodies.com.

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