The Dallas Business Journal asked this question and received 585 responses and results;
34% = Work that is valued
32% = Generous pay and benefits
18% = Friendly staff; no office politics
11% = A flexible work schedule
4% = Misc. thoughts
1% = comfortable office
Note from Petey to Owners, CEO, COO, HR, Supervisors & Managers. The best strategy to take in engaging your employees in your vision and mission is not always $$$$$. While pay and benefits are in second place , taking time to appreciate, acknowledge and reward accordingly are in order. Creating a work environment and culture where each employee feels necessary and worthwhile should be at the top of your strategic plan.
Wouldn’t it be great to think we could work in an atmosphere without office politics? Without malicious gossip? Without climbing a ladder stepping on people on the way up? You are guaranteed of a friendly and happy staff if everyone is working toward the same common goals and positive vision, usually presented in their brand and marketing pieces.
“ Long-range studies imply that doing something with other people, especially something for them, is the most powerful of all stimuli to longevity and health.” – Jon Poppy