Ever notice that employee productivity tends to drop as the thermometer skyrockets?
Between the heat, fun, and distractions that come with the season, it’s crucial that bosses summer-proof their workplace. Andrew Filev, CEO of project management application service Wrike, has a few ideas on how employers can keep the summer days from drifting away their employees’ work ethic and motivation:
1. Encourage vacations
Encourage your workers to take a break this summer. Taking time off actually does wonders for employee productivity. “Vacations give employees the opportunity to relax and recharge, so they come back refreshed and ready to work,” Filev says. “Plus, promoting work-life balance leads to satisfied employees, and research shows that satisfied employees work harder.”
2. Set summer goals
Just because your workers have got summer breeze blowing through the jasmine in their minds doesn’t mean your company should get off track when the weather gets hot. “Without proper planning, a string of employee vacations can stall team productivity overall,” Filev says. “Leaders should sit down with their teams and review vacation schedules along with goals for the work that needs to be done so that there is plan that is optimized for the summer schedule.”
3. Be flexible
No one likes sitting around the office on a hot, sunny day. In the summertime, when the weather is fine, boost team morale by being more flexible about when and where your employees work.
“Hold meetings or team events outdoors, and let your team work remotely and/or leave early on Fridays if you can,” Filev says. “Great employees will appreciate the additional freedom and trust that comes with flexibility.”
4. Have fun
All work and no play never ends well, so have some fun with your employees this summer.
“Throw team events and parties, like a BBQ, or an outdoor retreat, like white water rafting,” Filev says. “Hold competitions. Sponsor team outings and happy hours. There are countless ways to mix up the work week with activities that bring your employees closer together. These activities will not only boost employee happiness and celebrate the summer, but also set your team up to be more productive and engaged over the long-term.”
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