October 18, 2018 | By Peyton Sawyer

 

As a small business owner, you have a responsibility to yourself and your business, but also to the individuals that you employ. Keeping your employees happy and motivated in their position should be a top priority. Remember, the people that work for you are the face of your business. That means they are the first people to greet your customers and the last people to make an impression. If you want your customers to have a pleasant experience, then it should start with your staff members.

Many small businesses operate in a small location under small conditions, but that doesn’t mean business owners like you should think small. You can be a small business and still think big. Having the right attitude when promoting business growth is important. Understanding the needs of your business, as well as your employees, can benefit you as your business grows.

There are many ways to keep your employees invested as your business expands. Growth is an essential part of life, whether it is professional or personal. Most people look forward to growth in life, in love, and in their career. Your employees are no different. Giving them the opportunity to advance their position, increase their pay, and feel like they are a valued member of the team is important. It is the perfect way to keep them motivated and happy.

Follow these easy tips to motivate your employees as your business grows.

 

Creating a Foundation

Building a solid relationship with your employees will help to ensure trust in one another. You can do that by having an open-door policy. Possessing the communication skills needed to have a healthy employer/employee relationship will leave the door open for growth in not only your business but in the heart and soul of your establishment, your employees. Taking the time to get to know the people you work with can only offer your business benefits.

Initiate an Incentive or Reward Program

You may have an incentive program for your customers, but what about your employees? Giving your customers the incentive to return by rewarding them with a free item or discount after making so many purchases can benefit your business. What about extending that incentive to your employees? After so many sales, reward them with a set commission, an extra day of PTO, or even a larger discount on merchandise.

Letting your employees know that they are a valued member of your team can go a long way. It’s normal to want acknowledgment for the hours of hard work and dedication you have put in. So, why not get started on implementing a program that will make your works more motivated?

If the working capital required to introduce such a program is not available, you may want to look into some small business funding options. With the quick and easy funding that is available to you, an employee incentive program can up and running in no time at all.

Career Advancement

Most people are looking for job security and advancement opportunities. If your business growth can provide that opportunity to employees, then you may not need to hire as often. Having the room to grow in a business may mean your employees will look to advance their position, not move on.