The majority of people agree that a happy employee is a more productive employee. The big question is how we, as companies, can help move the needle when it comes to employee happiness. In this article, we discuss the ways that social recognition can promote a happier, healthier and more productive workplace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The better employees feel about their work and their place in the workplace, the more likely they are to be engaged. However, with Indeed reporting that only a third<\/a> of UK employees are happy in their jobs, it\u2019s clear there\u2019s plenty of work to be done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n At Mo, we\u2019ve put a lot of time into investigating the various factors that help keep employees happy and we\u2019ve found that while options such as bonuses, increased holiday leave and flexible hours are important, there\u2019s one answer to the one often overlooked: recognition. 69% of employees say they\u2019d work harder if they were better appreciated<\/a> by management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Social recognition can be a powerful way of turning this around. However, it\u2019s not simply a case of checking in once a year or handing out long service awards, it requires dedication to timely and relevant recognition when it matters most \u2013 and a deep understanding of why social recognition is so valuable.<\/p>\n\n\n