September 23, 2008
Excerpted from the Executive Report Motivating Employees: What Every Manager Needs to Know.
The best way to motivate employees - tell the truth.
When telling the truth is the norm, it's easier for people to be motivated to do their work to the best of their ability.
When employees know the boss will be candid with them if their performance is found wanting, they don't worry about interpreting hidden meanings, innuendoes or non-verbal language to decide if the boss is unhappy with them. They can focus on their work and not worry about dark plots.
For managers and supervisors, telling the truth is doubly important. Their credibility is their most important leadership asset. Without trust in the manager's credibility, employees don't feel motivated to perform. And even if they did, they don't expect good performance to be recognized, rewarded or appreciated.
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Motivated employees are happier and deliver higher productivity and performance. How do you motivate them? For help, check out the Executive Report Motivating Employees: What Every Manager Needs to Know.
2 comments:
So did you go in the link and check it out yourself ??
I don't feel motivated at work.. :(
I have always follow that rule.....
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