Friday, March 18, 2011

Money Can't Buy Happiness

Are there ways to reward employees without spending a lot of money?
In these tough economic times, employers are pinching every penny, yet they want to boost morale among their troops.
Taking an interest in your employees also means investing in their future. That's why training and development opportunities are energizing perks.
Last year, more than 100 employees at Playtex Manufacturing in Ormond Beach received training to improve their skill levels in computers, on-the-job training, safety awareness, problem solving, time management, interpersonal dynamics and environmental awareness compliance. And at the ropes course at Camp Winona, they learned team building, shown in the photo.
Everyone likes money but Bob Nelson, author of “1001 Ways to Reward Employees,” discovered that most employees crave communication, involvement and autonomy. While a hearty pat on the back always feels good, extra attention and sense of ownership feel even better.


Read more about how to boost morale without spending a lot of money.

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