Make the case for a positive work
environment as a retention tool
Team “D”
Sadaf Ijaz
Sharjeel Awais
Madiha Saeed
Maaz Shamim
Jehangir Hansotia
Musa Bin Hamid
Syed Mohsin Hussain
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What is a Positive Work Environment
• It is a place where associates (employees) are
happy and motivated
• A positive work environment can mean the
difference between success and failure for an
organization.
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How to Create a Positive Work Environment
• Build Trust
• Communicate positively and openly
• Expect The Best From Your Staff
• Create Team Spirit
• Give Recognition and Appreciation
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How to Create a Positive Work Environment
(contd.)
• Give Credit and Take Responsibility
• Be Approachable
• Provide A Positive Physical Environment
• Make Staff Evaluations a Positive Experience
• Make It Fun
• Safety
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Importance of a Positive Work Environment
• A positive work environment can either maximize
or minimize productivity and cause or prevent
stress and fatigue.
• Workers may perform much better and get more
work done more effectively making themselves
leaving work with a feeling of accomplishment.
• If employees feel satisfied, they will stick to their
jobs.
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Positive Work Environment as a Retention
Tool
• Every successful company understands the importance of having a strategy to
build a company with policies and a work environment that encourages an
employee to remain at their company.
• These companies realize the true value of an employee that meets or exceeds their
job expectations.
• When you analyze the cost of losing an experienced employee, it is substantial.
• To find, hire, train and wait for a 'new hire' to become profitable, both you and
your customers pay a high price, so it is better to retain the staff you have.
• The optimum approach to retaining employees consists of a positive work
environment with advancement potential and a fun place to work.
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Positive Work Environment as a Retention
Tool (contd.)
• Although almost everyone works for financial compensation, salary and
wages are not the only factors that contribute to employee satisfaction.
• Considerable research suggests that how employees experience their
work environment is a more decisive factor than compensation.
• Successful working environments often include the following factors:
▫ Equitable treatment of employees
▫ Cultivating a sense of ownership
▫ Meaningful opportunities for growth
▫ Acknowledgment and appreciation of good work
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Positive Work Environment as a Retention
Tool (contd.)
• An open, productive work environment serves everyone’s needs.
• To ensure employee retention, create an environment that has all these
elements:
o Provide counselling
o Clearly articulate your expectations
o Be compassionate
o Set clear deadlines
o Provide a work/life balance
o Offer ample positive feedback
o Respect & treat employees fairly
o Performance appraisals
o Provide growth opportunities
o Invest in training and education
o Encourage a collaborative work
o Motivate employees environment
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Further more…
• Create an environment where people know they will be supported even
when they falter, as long as they remain committed to improvement.
Mistakes are inevitable, but competence is non-negotiable.
• On-the-job conflicts are inevitable, but the best way to resolve them is to
avoid them. Anticipate problems before they arise, and set the tone for an
open, honest and principled working environment.
• If an employee is under-performing, determine whether more training or
career development would help. Skills aren’t necessarily intuitive. Clearly
identify problem areas and provide a performance improvement plan.
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• Conduct workplace fun activities that could
retain and attract employees and encourage
employee well-being.
• Providing workforce flexibility through
approaches like telecommuting, flexible work
schedules, and offering four-day work weeks can
differentiate your employees’ experiences.
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Example - MERCK
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Conclusion
• One should create an environment where employees
love to come to work because they enjoy their jobs.
• Employers must do their best to create a low stress
and inspiring work environment.
• A good work environment is a plus because it helps
you retain good employees and can boost morale. It
also builds the reputation of your company as an
attractive employer.
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References
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