Employee productivity measures the amount of output of an individual employee. Also referred to as workplace productivity, it can be determined by how many sales were closed in a given period, the number of goals met, or output quality.
Maintaining a high level of employee productivity will enable companies to gain a competitive edge, maximize their profit margins, and meet customer demands.
4. Allow Flexible Schedules
People will generally be productive at different times of the day. Therefore, having employees work 8 continuous hours, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. may lead to unproductivity. Instead, the workday can be split into smaller time blocks.
For example, staff can clock in from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., have a two-hour break, and then continue work from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. This will help staff feel more energized and motivated to finish work after their break.
Allowing employees to work remotely, or outside of the office, can also boost employee output because staff can work where they feel comfortable. If businesses choose to do this, they should first consider which positions are eligible, how many hours can be done remotely, and standards for clocking in.
6. Avoid Micromanaging
Micromanagement is when managers control every part of a project or task. This can lead to demoralization of employees, as constant supervision will make them doubt their skills.
To avoid micromanaging, executives should delegate tasks to employees and allow them to work independently. Standards and expectations should also be communicated to staff so that they can understand and work towards the final goal.
7. Communicate and Build Teamwork
Improving communication between management and staff will allow for collaboration and productivity. To enhance communication, businesses should identify which tools employees tend to use. For instance, if employees reply to emails the quickest, then managers can prioritize sending out emails as the first form of communication.
Fostering teamwork is also important, as it will boost morale and motivation. Management can build teamwork by hosting company outings or events so that staff can de-stress and participate in activities together.