Employee engagement isn’t just a trendy term; it’s one of the most impactful elements of a company’s success. While it’s crucial to invest in their employees, organizations are left wondering how to do so in a meaningful way, and how they can measure the success of their investment.
Businesses are quick to justify this investment as they understand engaged employees are better at their jobs. They’re more productive, creative, and dedicated. They don’t just stick to the basics; they go above and beyond, making the company more efficient and profitable. Engaged employees also tend to stick around longer, which saves the company money on hiring and training new staff.
Inversely, they begin questioning their investment when their efforts still breed disengaged employees. These employees are less productive, more likely to take sick days, and prone to making expensive mistakes. They can even bring down morale and productivity across the whole organization as a result of their inefficiency. This leads to less revenue, higher turnover, and increased healthcare costs.
In order to maximize the return on investment (ROI) of employee engagement, companies need to track many different factors. By tracking employee satisfaction levels, turnover rate, PTO usage, work output, and even customer reviews, businesses get a much clearer look into just how their efforts to engage employees are paying off.
So, what can companies do to boost employee engagement? One important thing is to create a work environment where people feel trusted, heard, and valued. Giving employees chances to learn and grow is also key. This might mean offering training, mentorship, or opportunities for advancement.
Showing appreciation for employees’ hard work is another important piece of the puzzle. Recognizing their achievements with business promotional products can boost morale and motivation. Similarly, regular feedback and performance reviews help employees know how they’re doing and where they can improve.
In the end, investing in employee engagement isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s smart for business. When companies prioritize their employees’ well-being, they see better results and stay ahead of the competition.
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Author Bio: Howie Turkenkopf is VP of Marketing and Business Development at STRÄN Promotions Solutions. He has led marketing at STRÄN for 10 years and helps to convey STRÄN’s portfolio of services and its value proposition internally and externally to clients and prospects. Prior to working at STRÄN, Turkenkopf spent 15 years in the live music industry in marketing, merchandising and event operations roles.
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