maintain a safe and efficient work environment

Workplace safety has always been a major concern for workers, especially those in high-risk positions. However, the recent global pandemic only heightened workers' concerns. For example, in 2021, 68% of workers around the globe stated that they didn’t feel safe in the workplace. While the reduction in COVID cases has helped to alleviate some of these concerns, workers are still prioritising safe working conditions.

Take steps now to address any safety issues your workers have and conduct a full assessment of safety conditions at the workplace. When your employees feel safe at work, they are more open to engagement, which means production rates can improve.

Workers also want access to the tools and equipment necessary to make their workplace more efficient. While most employers try to offer these tools, studies show that there seems to be a disconnect between what employers provide and what employees want. For instance, a recent global study reveals that 90% of company leaders believe that they are providing the digital tools their employees need. However, just over half of the employees surveyed feel the same.

Before introducing any type of new technology into the workforce, be sure to take the time to find out what tools your workers really need to be more productive. Consider conducting pulse surveys or one-on-one interviews to get a clear picture of what your employees need before investing in any new tools and equipment.

create accurate job descriptions

Studies show that one of the biggest reasons new hires quit is because the job description didn’t match the actual duties of the job. While some employers use vague job descriptions so they can adjust the role as needed, this practice could increase turnover rates and decrease engagement. Today’s workers want more clarity regarding their job duties. They want to know exactly what they are responsible for and who they report to at work.

Take the time to evaluate your current job descriptions and add more clarity to these roles where possible. Be sure to gain insights from managers and workers in these roles to get a better understanding of everything the job entails. This step helps improve your hiring efforts and can also increase job satisfaction and workplace engagement.

focus on employee wellness

According to our 2022 Randstad Workmonitor, 58% of global employees said that they wouldn’t accept a job offer if they thought it could impact their ability to maintain a healthy work-life balance. With this high number of workers prioritising a healthy balance between their personal and work responsibilities, it’s not surprising that there is a strong correlation between well-being and engagement. This includes social, physical, emotional and financial well-being.

As an employer, there are several things you can do to promote well-being in the workplace, including:

offering well-being perks, such as gym memberships
engaging in frequent employee check-ins
offering childcare subsidies
supporting flexible scheduling
providing additional paid time off days
offering mental health services, such as telehealth counselling services
sponsoring on-site programs, including mobile check ups and wellness workshops

Implementing several, or all, of these best practices in the workplace can help your company improve engagement in the workplace and reap its many rewards for instance increased retention and higher production levels.

Download our step-by-step guide for boosting employee engagement in the workplace for more tips and best practices.

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