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How can you get employees to focus more on their job responsibilities in hard times.?
I supervise an office composed primarily of female employees. Our office has been hit with an extraordinary amount of work considering the size of our work force, yet
it must be done. My employees have in the past demonstrated good work habits, but now more time is spent
bickering..seeing who has the most to do..complaining..than
actually getting the job done. I need to know how to get them
to re-focus and work as a team because this is the only way
we can get the job before us done.
More Info: I like the idea of "wagtrain" and have implemented what he suggested. I've explored additonal help, but the "higher-ups" won't allow. The entire work schedule has been adjusted to allow for more time to do the work. The employee's suggestions regarding flex work weeks and altered client flow have been implemented. Those that are digging in have been recognized privately...yet they understandably are upset because they end up doing work
left undone by others. I've spoken privately with those who have not "bought in". The crux of the problem is that all these employees have in the past been good performers and I don't know what else to do to get them back
on track.
6 Answers
- 1 decade agoFavorite Answer
A few thoughts...
Be involved in the work...lead by example.
Have a game plan for getting it all done and let your employees know what it is...but be flexible enough to ask for and implement their ideas.
Explain the importance of the task..and your expectations.
Find a way to make it as fun and rewarding as possible...Hawaiian shirt day, lunch on the boss, get to go home early when the task is done and done well, etc.
Last but certainly not least...a sincere "thank you" goes a long way.
- 1 decade ago
Have you tried implementing some sort of reward system? It all comes down to them feeling appreciated. If you don't have the budget to implement bonuses, try calling a lunch meeting (either have the food catered or take them out) and express your appreciation for their hard work. Also, use this meeting as a forum for them to voice their concerns, and perhaps stress that the key to getting through this time efficiently is by coming up with solutions, not complaining and arguing. Remind them that they're a team and that you are counting on them. But again, I can't stress it enough make sure you let them know you appreciate their hard work. Check out the book titled, "1001 Ways To Reward Employees." And remember, before making any promises to them, check with your HR department to make sure that the plan you consider on implementing is in compliance with the company's policies, and you receive approval from your immediate Supervisor. Good Luck!
- 1 decade ago
If you want teamwork then reward teamwork. Simple things like recognizing in public those that are displaying good teamwork will do amazing things. Talk to those that are causing problems in private and try and understand their issue. If you can do something about it, OK. If there isn't anything that can be done then say so.
Public praise, private correction has always worked well for me when things get tough. And when the tough patch is over make sure you have some sort of party or celebration and thank everyone for their efforts.
- Anonymous1 decade ago
Hire more people. They are probably overworked.
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