Managing Staff By Talking To Them
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Managing Staff Through Effective Communication
Summary
In the cleaning industry, staff can significantly impact a business's success or failure. They are our greatest asset and liability. Therefore, fostering an excellent work environment and maintaining high staff motivation is crucial. This is vital in fields like cleaning, where high staff turnover is common.
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As a cleaning company, we understand that our staff are the backbone of our operations. They play a pivotal role in the success or failure of our business. This sentiment holds true for most industries, but it is particularly critical in the cleaning sector due to traditionally high staff turnover.
Our work takes us into various businesses, and with the trend of cleaning during regular hours, we observe different workplace environments daily. Whether in large organizations with over 100 employees or smaller teams of 5 or 6, each management style creates a unique atmosphere. Some workplaces radiate positivity, where employees genuinely enjoy their roles. Others are rife with dissatisfaction, where people eagerly await the end of the day.
Interestingly, the workplace atmosphere often mirrors the management's approach. It’s surprising how some managers prefer emailing staff?"even those in the next office?"to direct conversations. The notion that "it's documented, now it’s no longer my issue" seems prevalent, a mindset I personally find intolerable.
Workplaces should be more than just places of employment; they should foster social interaction, yet this is dwindling. During my time in a structured office environment, memos became a norm. While memos are useful for detailing meeting specifics, over 90% of the ones I received were merely task requests. I viewed this as impersonal and often discarded them, preferring direct communication. This practice, aimed at efficiency, felt like a way to shield responsibility rather than encourage dialogue.
So, how do we ensure our cleaners remain happy and motivated? We treat them with respect and engage in meaningful conversations. Simple gestures like saying "please" and "thank you" are powerful tools in maintaining morale. Personal interaction significantly enhances workplace satisfaction compared to impersonal messages.
In workplaces where employees are content, direct communication from managers is prevalent, with expressions of gratitude being common. Reflect on how you feel when someone appreciates your work versus when your efforts go unacknowledged.
Creating a positive workplace culture hinges on effective communication and genuine appreciation, ensuring that staff feel valued and motivated.
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