Struggling to improve employee engagement and motivation? 70% of this boils down to the actions of line managers, according to research published in the journal Personnel Psychology.
In particular,
Clarity of Expectations
Does the employee know what is expected of them?
Tools and Resources
Do they have what they need to do their job well?
Opportunity to Succeed
Do they have the chance to do what they do best every day?
Recognition and Praise
Do they feel recognised and appreciated for their work?
Care and Development
Does their manager care about them as a person and encourage their development?
Meaningful Work
Does the employee feel a sense of purpose in their work?
If you want to measure these factors, an employee engagement survey sent to all staff, followed later by a pulse survey that checks on whether improvements have been noticed, is the most effective way. For more information on how to design an employee survey, see our survey page or get in touch.