{"id":7098,"date":"2021-02-12T16:49:40","date_gmt":"2021-02-12T16:49:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thebusinessculture.co.uk\/hey\/10-ways-to-boost-team-morale\/"},"modified":"2021-02-15T16:38:04","modified_gmt":"2021-02-15T16:38:04","slug":"10-ways-to-boost-team-morale","status":"publish","type":"know-how","link":"https:\/\/thebusinessculture.co.uk\/hey\/know-how\/10-ways-to-boost-team-morale\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Ways to Boost Team Morale"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Lockdown 3 has plunged many of us back into uncertainty and, for many, back into remote working situations. Now, worries and doubts are starting to creep in once again, and we are seeing low levels of energy at all levels within a business.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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According to a survey conducted by Human Resource Management, 65% of employers said maintaining employee morale during COVID-19 is a problem \u2013 but how do you remedy this?<\/div>\n
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Here are 10 ideas to boost employee morale without breaking the bank:<\/span><\/div>\n

1. Let managers set the right tone<\/span><\/h2>\n
Give managers the mandate to allow their teams to take time off to avoid burnout \u2013 there needs to boundaries between work time and home time to keep a balance.<\/div>\n
Give managers the tools to recognise and reward their teams. Saying \u2018thank you\u2019 and showing gratitude for employee\u2019s efforts will go a long way.<\/div>\n
Give your management team the information and the ability to communicate \u2013 reassurance and honesty<\/span><\/a> from an employer will usually be returned with loyalty and commitment from an employee.<\/div>\n

2. Be clear about expectations<\/span><\/h2>\n
Explicitly outlined expectations give employees an understanding of how their roles may have changed, and even something as simple as when to log-in each day will help to reassure them. Some employers allow more flexibility, while others require a more structured schedule when working remotely. Letting your employees know what is expected of them will reduce stress and anxiety.<\/div>\n
If you don\u2019t already have one, create a Remote Work Policy and share it with your employees for reference.<\/div>\n
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3. Provide and encourage feedback<\/span><\/h2>\n
Feedback can be difficult, especially when you\u2019re an avoider of conflict (most of us!). However, it\u2019s a crucial tool to have in your toolbelt. It offers transparency, defines goals, and builds leaders.<\/div>\n
Companies that implement regular feedback experience a 14.9% lower turnover rate.<\/div>\n

4. Check in with your colleagues<\/span><\/h2>\n
Make sure to stay connected in and across your teams with regular video calls and check-ins to allow everyone to stay in the loop and share any concerns. Try to encourage virtual bonding by giving your employees access to a variety of remote working tools, including team chat, text, live chat and project management software. You should also consider bringing together wider teams through online events and meetings. While you may be tired of Zoom quizzes at this stage, there\u2019s plenty more options with a little imagination!<\/div>\n

5. Allow employees to have autonomy and flexibility<\/span><\/h2>\n
I know it can be difficult to believe that if you aren\u2019t watching over their shoulder and they are at home, they aren\u2019t working, but the truth is that remote employees tend to work more, not less. Providing employees with autonomy increases employee engagement and productivity and makes your team feel more valued. If you\u2019re clear about expectations, trust that they\u2019ll meet them.<\/div>\n
Giving your staff more opportunities to work flexibly will not only show that you have trust in them but will also allow them to shape their day in a way that they\u2019re most productive.<\/div>\n

6. Resolve issues quickly with a phone call<\/span><\/h2>\n
Not to beat a dead horse but, this situation is new for many of your employees. There will be hiccups along the way. Practice patience and empathy acknowledge that things aren\u2019t going to be perfect, and will be different but, don\u2019t hesitate to address issues as they arise. Nobody can correct something they aren\u2019t aware is a problem. There are often misunderstandings via written communication, and sometimes, you need to pick up the phone (or dial into Zoom) to resolve issues quickly.<\/div>\n

7. Align with company culture and values<\/span><\/h2>\n
Just because your workforce is now remote, doesn\u2019t mean your core company values and culture need to change. Define for employees your organization\u2019s mission from the perspective of the current situation. Review and adjust goals as needed. If you have a weekly get-together, keep it, and do it virtually. Find ways to encourage employees to practice your company values every day. After all, the fundamental, most important things never change, no matter the situation.<\/div>\n

8. Host virtual lunch and learns<\/span><\/h2>\n
Another great way to keep your team engaged is by tasking them with hosting a virtual lunch and learn for your team on an ongoing basis. Whether it\u2019s weekly, monthly, or any cadence you choose, assign each person a time where they can research something relevant to your industry that they find useful and interesting and have them present it to the team.<\/div>\n

9. Share good news<\/span><\/h2>\n
As we find ourselves plunged in and out of various levels of lockdown, it can be easy to start thinking that the negatives outweigh the positives. This means that it is now more important than ever to share good news across your business, whether it\u2019s something business related like a strong financial year, a big win, or something more personal and closer to home like a new baby or a wedding. It\u2019s surprising just how much one positive snippet of information can give someone hope or brighten up their day.<\/div>\n

10. Give employees access to wellbeing resources<\/span><\/h2>\n
As supporting mental health and wellbeing in the workplace becomes increasingly prevalent, it\u2019s important that your employees know how to access help and support as and when they need it. If your workplace has resources available, ensure that these are kept in a place which is accessible to all, such as your company intranet, and communicate their whereabouts frequently.<\/div>\n
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It\u2019s also worth sharing the details of free resources that are available to the public, including the Samaritans helpline<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/div>\n
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Read our tips on managing a team remotely here.<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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