by Amon Karagara

Created on: June 22, 2010

A positive workplace environment leads to greater employee performance, less turn over and more loyalty to the business. Every business or company management should therefore ensure that their work environment is as positive as it can be, by practicing the following:

APPRECIATE AND VALUE ALL EMPLOYEES. Show them that their contribution to the organization or business is of great value. Do not take anyone for granted or undervalue them. Everyone feels good when appreciated, so take a moment to let them know that their efforts mean a lot to the company. This will give them the courage to work even harder and feel like they want to be at work.

USE A POSITIVE APPROACH. As a manager or team leader, it is vital to keep a positive approach and attitude all the time. Nothing turns off employees and clients than someone who is always negative. Even if things are not going too well, remain as positive as you can and assure your people that all will be well soon. This creates hope and positivity around the workplace. You should be the one everyone else looks up to and not the one they run away from.

HANDLE CONFLICT-CAUSING CASES/ SITUATIONS before they escalate. Employees who work in harmony usually view the workplace as more positive than those who are constantly battling over issues. An effort should be made to identify and solve issues that might lead to conflict before they turn into conflict itself.

INVEST IN SUPPLIES AND PRODUCTS THAT MAKE THE PLACE MORE ENJOYABLE AND COMFORTABLE such as good chairs and ergonomic desks, ample lighting, air conditioning, etc. Don’t ignore extra items such as a coffee maker, tea packs, water purifier, freezer/refrigerator, etc. They can make a huge difference for the employees and make the workplace more enjoyable.

BE TRUSTWORTHY. Show your employees that they can trust you. Be honest about your actions and say exactly what you mean, other than saying something to please them even when it is not exactly what is on your mind. Don’t make empty promises for the sake of it. Take responsibility for your mistakes, if any. Don’t disclose people’s secrets if brought to your attention. By all means, avoid negative talk about any employee when talking to other employees.

LISTEN AND PAY ATTENTION to your employees when they speak to you. Show them that they can talk to you anytime they have something to share. Other than getting ideas and suggestions from them, they feel great knowing that someone is paying attention

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