Happier employees get more done. It’s that simple. This happiness stems from liking what you do—as they say, if you like your job, you’ll never work a day in your life. The key to having a happier—and more productive—workforce is having the right employees in the right positions. It’s important to the future of your company. Here’s why.
Happier employees are more productive
There are several reasons for this, including the following:
- Better teamwork. Happier people are more easy going and friendly with their coworkers. Fewer workforce conflicts equals more collaboration and productivity.
- More creativity. An unhappy brain is angry and frustrated, preventing the flow of ideas. When employees are happy in the jobs, ideas flow more freely, enhancing creativity.
- Increased problem resolution. Happy employees want to keep their daily work momentum flowing. So if a problem arises, they figure it out and move past it.
- Lots of energy. Nothing robs an employee of energy quite like being down in the doldrums. Employees who enjoy their work can’t wait to get started, and this helps to energize and motivate them.
- Positive attitude. Happier people have a rosier outlook on life. Their can-do approach can be contagious to coworkers, too.
- Fewer sick days. Yes, happiness can even boost the immune system. This means happy employees get sick less and use less sick time.
So, how can you find the right employees?
Happier employees are those who love what they do. It makes sense to fill positions with workers who may literally whistle while they work. You can do this with the following hiring strategies:
- Know who you’re looking for. Review each job description and get a very clear picture of the perfect person to fill that position. This will help you review resumes and conduct interviews much easier.
- Write a clear job description. This way, potential candidates will know exactly what skills, education and requirements they need. You’ll end up with a better-fit stack of resumes.
- Choose someone who fits with the company culture. After all, it’s important to maintain good synergy within your team.
- Get to know candidates on social media. You can connect with potential candidates through conversations on LinkedIn Groups, Twitter and Facebook. You can also learn more about them through their social media pages.
- Work with a staffing partner. Recruiters are experts at what they do. They have access to databases of candidates that the rest of the working world does not, and will work hard to fit you with just the right candidates.
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Simply contact Snelling Georgia Group. Our goal is to provide you with best-matched candidates in the Atlanta area. Our expert recruiters will work with you for a staffing solution that fits. To learn more, call Snelling Georgia Group today.
