According to positive psychologists, happiness is considered one of the ten core positive emotions. When people experience positive emotions, they tend to feel less stressed, have stronger wellbeing and resilience, perform better, feel more engaged, and even make healthier choices.
If you think about how we feel when we’re stressed, it makes sense. We become tired, foggy-headed and reach for the nearest block of chocolate. That doesn’t leave much room for creativity, inspiration or productivity.
So, what can you do to help your employees feel happier - beyond organising pizza and beers on a Friday?
Here are 20 simple ways to support happier, more productive teams:
Set reasonable goals and celebrate success.
Give people space to get "in the zone".
Provide the right tools to do the job and do it well.
Encourage and support innovative thinking.
Treat employees fairly - as adults.
Provide appropriate levels of workplace flexibility.
Give clear direction then foster autonomy and ownership.
Hire for a growth mindset and encourage employees to have a go.
Provide reasonable levels of job security.
Thank people for their work.
Show up the way you would like to be surrounded. Your energy is contagious.
Check-in with your team to see how they are feeling.
Provide supportive feedback.
Take a genuine interest in your team’s personal and professional goals.
Offer learning and growth opportunities.
Build purpose, whether it be in the organisation or by helping a charity or social cause.
Encourage friendships at work.
Remove bureaucracy and roadblocks.
If you want to build a team of happy and productive employees, contact a recruitment agency like Trojan Recruitment Group and get advice from the experts in labour-hire, temp recruitment, permanent and contract staff.
