What is really hurting SME’s and their employees?

Recent research has uncovered three key area that are impacting employees in UK SMEs, resulting in a lack of culture and engagement:

1️⃣ Lack of recognition: Employees want to feel appreciated for their work, but many feel that they are not getting the recognition they deserve. This can lead to demotivation and resentment.

2️⃣ Lack of support: Employees need to feel supported by their managers and coworkers to do their best work. However, many employees feel that they are not getting the support they need. This can lead to stress and burnout.

3️⃣ Lack of growth: Employees want to feel that they are progressing in their careers and developing their skills. However, many employees feel that they are not getting the opportunities they need to do this. This can lead to frustration and dissatisfaction.

Why is this happening?

👎 Recognition: Most companies do not have solid recognition programs in place, and those that do are often poorly designed and implemented. This can lead to employees feeling undervalued and unappreciated.

✋ Support: Many managers are promoted or moved into their roles without having any prior management experience. This can lead to a lack of support for employees, as their managers may not have the skills or knowledge necessary to provide them with the guidance and support, they need.

📈 Growth: There is a wide range of employee ambitions when it comes to career development. Some employees want to soar to new heights, while others are content to glide and remain at a safe height. It is important for companies to offer a variety of growth opportunities to meet the needs of all employees.

How to improve employee culture and engagement

Recognition, support, and growth are key to a thriving culture,
positive employee experience, engagement, and productivity. SME's can improve employee culture and engagement by:

✔ Developing and implementing solid recognition programs that are connected to the company mission and vision and involve employees in the design and implementation process.
Providing managers with the training and support they need to be effective leaders.
✔ Offering a variety of growth opportunities to meet the needs of all employees.

Contact Concaten8 Professional Services today to learn more about how we helped one client turn their management team into an executive leadership team, and the positive impact this had on employee recognition and development - and how we can do the same for you and your organisation.