8 Surefire Ways to Demotivate Your Employees

[Sherman A1]

Ever notice how a new employee’s enthusiasm eventually wears off? In 85% of companies, employees’ morale significantly drops off after their first six months on the job, according to a survey from Harvard Management Update.

For the most part, enthusiasm is determined by work environment, and it can be fostered or hindered by you—the boss. Employee motivation experts say the best way to keep employee enthusiasm moving forward is to “first, do no harm.” At a minimum, don’t do anything that demotivates your workers.

1.Public criticism. Pointing out a worker’s mistake in front of others rarely yields a good response. Though some managers think public reproach keeps everyone else from making the same mistake—it usually just makes everyone feel bad.

2. Failing to provide praise. If employees feel like their hard work goes unnoticed, they’ll start to wonder why they’re working so hard in the first place. Be sure to offer praise, both privately and publicly. Even small things, like a thank-you card or a “good job” email work. (See also: How to Thank Employees When You Can’t Afford a Bonus.)

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[Posteritatis]

1. My last job had all eight + the "manage up" bit mentioned in the comments. Don't miss that place. nt

[Sherman A1]

2. Yes, many on the list look

familiar to me as well.

[Mopar151]

3. Several of my previous employers are 8 for 8

And went "above and beyond", cuz' there's more than the "Surefire 8" in play. Such as: Security cameras monitoring employees. Padlock everything. Senior management drinking every day.

And I could go on.....