If you were a HR manager how would you motivate your employees so that they work better?

Answer 1

You have received some good answers, but I think you need to look at this at the higher level -

Ask the EMPLOYEES what would motivate them to work at a higher level!

I found this out when trying to design an incentive program for my employees. Everybody values the same things differently.

Some things that will motivate people actually can cost nothing or next-to-nothing. One employee really valued an email at the end of a project describing her good work, to keep in her personnel file. Another appreciated getting a designated parking space close to her office for a month.

In short, if you ask people what would motivate them, you will stand a better chance of actually motivating them vs. spinning your wheels.

Also, it has been shown in psychological testing that positive reinforcement is much stronger than negative. So all those people that said "rfirings" - it probably won't work as well as something positive.

Answer 2

I would make sure to share the pressures of the manager with the employees, especially with visuals.

If you need to make a certain amount of sales, tell everyone how much sales you need to make! And make a sign on the wall saying how many sales you've made.

And to take this to the next level, give bonuses to your employees if they make the sales goals. Even if it's 50 cents, it makes the employees happy to know that the things they are doing are helping the company and putting money in their pocket.

Answer 3

Random public firings are a terrific motivatorl

And remember to always refer to your employees as "resources"...

Make them all memorize the mission statement. Randomly quiz them on this.

A dress code.

Sudden changes in policy keep the workplace fresh and vibrant.

Mandatory after hours company events are terrific morale builders.

Restrict ALL access to the internet.

Restroom breaks limited to three a day, with supervisor's permission, of course.

Studies show that money is not the prime motivator, so raises need not exceed 3%.

Float rumors about mergers or layoffs...this will motivate people to do their best.

Hope that helps.

Answer 4

HR is Human Resources.
First thing to see would be if we are maintain Industry Norms in our company.
Let's take it as not OK.
I would than calculate as to how to achieve the norms.
There are many norms to this question is on motivation.
Motivation for what.
How do you make persons work better.
By what motivation.
A bonus to all. at Christmas's( it would make a precedent )
A party during Christmas ( that again they expect yearly )
This is no solution for motivation.
I would get the files of all employees.
Check their background.
See their performance report.
If they are not performing well,question them why?
They will give you the answers.
Solve their problems.
They will work better.
Just to give an example one worker who was not working up to the required level was called to my office and when I asked him why he was performing below the Co's standard,he said he was worried about his wife's sickness,as such his thoughts were always away from his work,I told him that the co will take care of this and told the co Doctor to fix her.When it was done after a few months his performance shot up above his colleges.
There are many ways to motivate it is a specialized subject.
I am sorry to stop here.

Answer 5

as an HR manager i would motivate my employees by offering them various incentives, reward them every time they do something good, it does not necessarily have to be something big i would also show my appreciation by having an in house awards to let them know that i appreciate what they are doing, i would give them discounts even an additional day off these small things do make a big difference

Answer 6

First, know as many employees by name and important facts about them as possible and use. Interact with employee as often as possible.
Positive reinforcement is the best motivator - no matter how small, but it must be sincere.
Don't quibble over human differences. Allow employees to bring more than skills to work. Seek their input.

Answer 7

I have to be honest with you - it is difficult to motivate some people. Our company is currently going through a tough time right now because of budget reductions. We are doing more and getting paid the same because we have pay freezes. The one thing I suggested to our director is that we give some type of bonuses at Chrismtas that will perk up morale and maybe even a Christmas party that is company paid.

Answer 8

Offer bonuses (trips, medical advantages, parties). Let them feel they are in charge of THEIR job. Design contests (for sales departments, for example). Make a list with birthdays and mark the moments. Celebrate an anniversary day for the company. Go talk to people from time to time. Give positive feedback when needed and praise and celebrate a job well done.
Good luck!

Answer 9

You have to let your employees know that they will be written up for failure to do what they were hired for in the allotted time. They also have to know that you will stick to your policy which should be "three times and you're out. Productivity has fallen to an all time low and perserverence on managements part is the only way to get it back up

Answer 10

Most places I've worked they hire more people than they need, then "let people go" on a regular basis. This keeps people on their toes.