{"id":1022,"date":"2022-10-26T07:13:00","date_gmt":"2022-10-26T07:13:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mo.work\/uncategorized\/motivating-employees-what-the-data-tells-us\/"},"modified":"2025-02-24T17:02:38","modified_gmt":"2025-02-24T17:02:38","slug":"employee-motivation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mo.work\/insights\/employee-motivation\/","title":{"rendered":"Motivating Employees: What the Data Tells Us"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apa.org\/monitor\/2022\/01\/special-burnout-stress\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">apa.org\/monitor\/2022\/01\/special-burnout-stress\u2197<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mo.work\/insights\/how-to-prevent-employee-burnout\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">mo.work\/insights\/how-to-prevent-employee-burnout\/\u2197<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-introduction\">Motivation. We all know how powerful it can be in encouraging growth and turning lacklustre teams into high-performing ones. That inner vitality is critical to reaching goals but can be somewhat elusive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can\u2019t just tell someone to be motivated. You need to make them feel it.&nbsp;The best way to do that is with a solid motivational strategy that considers everything from ambition to <a href=\"https:\/\/mo.work\/insights\/ultimate-guide-to-employee-wellbeing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">employee wellbeing<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you still trying to figure out where to start? We have some dos and don\u2019ts of motivating your employees to set you on the right path.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1\">Motivating Employees Is the Key to Productivity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Employee motivation is more than just smiling faces in the boardroom. It\u2019s the engine that drives the most success. According to a study by the Corporate Leadership Council, people who are committed and motivated <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stcloudstate.edu\/humanresources\/_files\/documents\/supv-brown-bag\/employee-engagement.pdf\">perform 20% better<\/a> and are 87% less likely to quit or look for new roles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:28px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-meta-box-newsletter\">\n\t<div>\n\t\t<div class=\"row align-items-end justify-content-between\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"col-12 col-lg-5\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"is-style-introduction\">Join our community<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sign up for our Mo newsletter, packed with the latest data, product updates and new podcast episodes -&gt;<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"col-12 col-lg-6\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<div class=\"hs-newsletter-fields\">\n\t<script charset=\"utf-8\" type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"\/\/js.hsforms.net\/forms\/embed\/v2.js\"><\/script>\n\t<script>\n\t\thbspt.forms.create({\n\t\t\tportalId: \"2469663\",\n\t\t\tformId: \"0300f456-c87b-4ea2-870c-664af35b309f\"\n\t\t});\n\t<\/script>\n<\/div>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<span class=\"squiggle\">\n\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 459.44 134.09\">\n\t\t\t<g>\n\t\t\t\t<path d=\"M210.12,46.61c-55.04,34.92-94.8,60.16-178.96-3.6L0,84.15c48.63,36.85,88.64,49.94,123.14,49.94,45.45,0,81.31-22.76,114.64-43.9,53.97-34.25,100.57-63.82,194.12-4.78l27.54-43.65c-121.18-76.46-192.23-31.37-249.32,4.86Z\"><\/path>\n\t\t\t<\/g>\n\t\t<\/svg>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:27px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2\">Motivating Employees: Things to Avoid<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even the best-laid plans can backfire. Here are just a few of the common failures and issues to watch out for when you\u2019re trying to boost motivation in the workplace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Ignoring the signs of stress<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s all very well to want the best for your organisation and your team, but sometimes you have to step outside of your goals and consider the challenges individuals face. The APA\u2019s 2021 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.apa.org\/monitor\/2022\/01\/special-burnout-stress\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Work and Wellbeing Survey<\/a> found that nearly 3 in 5 employees reported negative impacts of work-related stress. For 26% of those, that stress manifested as a lack of interest, motivation, or energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you\u2019re worried about a lack of motivation, it may be time to pull back and check whether you\u2019re placing too much expectation on your team. <a href=\"https:\/\/mo.work\/insights\/how-to-prevent-employee-burnout\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Protecting your employees against burnout<\/a> will help them thrive and can do wonders for overall motivation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. You made a plan, but you\u2019re not sticking to it<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Few things are more frustrating for an employee than being told there is a new strategy at play without them seeing solid evidence of it being implemented. If you want to be a successful leader, you need to be able to put your money where your mouth is and follow through with initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That means putting structures in place to support your strategy, whether that\u2019s software, regular check-ins or <a href=\"https:\/\/mo.work\/insights\/importance-of-employee-feedback\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">honest feedback sessions<\/a>. People who trust their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/26663110_Mission_Possible_The_Performance_of_Prosocially_Motivated_Employees_Depends_on_Manager_Trustworthiness\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">managers are more motivated<\/a>, and building trust means consistently acting with integrity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Your managers are MIA or overly meddlesome<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the trickiest balances to get right is the level of management needed for a successful team. Some managers might as well be labelled as missing in action because they never seem to be around when the chips are down. Others can\u2019t leave their employees alone and micromanage horribly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both extremes can be a massive drain on motivation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Teams need to feel supported and know that if they have a problem, there is someone they can turn to. On the other hand, they also need the freedom to get on with their work and grow their skills. <a href=\"https:\/\/mo.work\/insights\/why-is-self-management-important\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Self-management is so important<\/a> in the workplace and should be encouraged at every opportunity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3\">Motivating Employees: How To<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A motivational strategy can bring huge benefits, but it\u2019s a marathon, not a sprint. Give your employees everything they need to get set with the following suggestions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Show your appreciation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Employees who feel appreciated are much more likely to feel motivated. Who wants to work hard day after day and feel as though no one notices or cares? Introduce a culture of appreciation and make sure that your employees know exactly how valuable they are, and you\u2019ll see motivation levels rise in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many ways to show appreciation, from casual comments, sharing feedback during meetings or giving quick and easy digital praise through a recognition platform like <a href=\"https:\/\/mo.work\">Mo<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Offer meaningful rewards<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While appreciation is a bigger motivational factor than physical rewards for most employees, there\u2019s no denying that the occasional treat goes a long way. Help build motivation by offering the kind of rewards that make a difference, like a voucher for a free coffee or a physical gift sent to their home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rewards should only be part of your motivational strategy. Just be sure to check in and see whether the rewards meet your team\u2019s needs. Don\u2019t try to motivate teetotallers with free beer, and vice versa!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Show how flexible you are<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Flexibility has become increasingly important in a world where working from home is a real possibility for many organisations. More employees are considering the benefits of a good work-life balance and want to make the most of their time in and out of the office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Introducing some flexibility into your workplace can have a big impact on motivation. Employees who feel their <a href=\"https:\/\/mo.work\/blog\/ultimate-guide-to-employee-wellbeing\/\">wellbeing is being taken care of<\/a> are far more likely to be loyal to and invested in their company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Be the best workplace you can be<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Motivating employees means taking a look inward too.&nbsp;Is your organisation fulfilling its potential? Have you been ignoring the signs that toxicity is slipping into your culture? Have you put as much effort as you could into defining and living by your own values?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Investing energy into developing a high-performing culture not only helps you realise organisational goals, but it also helps individuals grow too \u2013 and there are few things as powerful for motivation as knowing that you are on the path to greater success.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"height-lg-medium height-small wp-block-meta-box-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-meta-box-group\">\n\t<div>\n\t\t\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-6\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"896\" src=\"https:\/\/mo.work\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/homepage-banner-1024x896.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1987\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-6\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"h-100 d-flex flex-column justify-content-center\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\">Transform your culture with Mo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-lead\">Book a free demo to learn how Mo can help you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-unstyled\">\n<li>\ud83e\udd1d Improve employee engagement scores<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\ude80 Reduce employee churn<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\ude0d Build a collaborative culture<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"height-lg-small height-small wp-block-meta-box-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"logic-button-align-lg-flex-start logic-button-align-flex-start wp-block-logic-buttons\">\n\t\n<a class=\"is-style-dark wp-block-logic-button\" href=\"https:\/\/mo.work\/book-a-demo\/\"><span class=\"label\">Book your free demo<\/span><span class=\"icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<path d=\"M0 256a256 256 0 1 0 512 0A256 256 0 1 0 0 256zM297 385c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0s-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l71-71L120 280c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24s10.7-24 24-24l214.1 0-71-71c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9s24.6-9.4 33.9 0L409 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L297 385z\"><\/path>\n\t\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t\t<\/span><\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\t<\/div>\n\t<span class=\"squiggle\">\n\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 459.44 134.09\">\n\t\t\t<g>\n\t\t\t\t<path d=\"M210.12,46.61c-55.04,34.92-94.8,60.16-178.96-3.6L0,84.15c48.63,36.85,88.64,49.94,123.14,49.94,45.45,0,81.31-22.76,114.64-43.9,53.97-34.25,100.57-63.82,194.12-4.78l27.54-43.65c-121.18-76.46-192.23-31.37-249.32,4.86Z\"><\/path>\n\t\t\t<\/g>\n\t\t<\/svg>\n\t<\/span>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"height-lg-medium height-small wp-block-meta-box-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mo Helps Managers Motivate Employees<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mo.work\/\">Mo<\/a>&nbsp;is an employee recognition and engagement platform that can help leaders improve collaboration and morale, reduce employee churn and drive change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our platform creates a vibrant culture by developing team habits, encouraging people to celebrate success, recognise results and appreciate colleagues. 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