Motivation (positive reinforcement at work cont. 2)
More Detail on Positive Reinforcement at Work
i) approval, empowerment/voice, growth and self-efficacy (often employees they do not realise they are doing a good job and this needs to be identified and praised; some examples, provide
"...- regular positive feedback for quality work
- opportunities to present work to colleagues
- opportunities to voice opinions
- opportunities for advancement
- flexible work assignments
- aspiring guest speakers..."
Heather S. Lonczak, 2019
NB Self-efficacy is defined as your overall belief in your ability to succeed
"...the belief we have in our own abilities, especially our ability to meet the challenges ahead of us and complete a task successfully..."
Courtney E. Ackerman, 2018
(for more details, see elsewhere in the Knowledge Base)
ii) monetary/benefits, time-off, educational support, advancement (money can be a powerful positive reinforcement; some examples
"...- competitive salary
- monetary bonus or raise
- performance bonuses
- education reimbursement
- employee discounts
- add vacation days
- quality health-insurance/benefits
- paid sick leave
- paid parental leave
- mental health allowance..."
Heather S. Lonczak, 2019
iii) work/life balance, emotional well-being, health, socialisation, family needs, office environment (need to create a comfortable in motivating space; need to personalise the motivation as everyone is different; some examples:
"...- flexibility to work at home
- after work socials or happy hours
- on-site daycare services
- on-site gym
- increased lunch break
- travel opportunities
- staff celebrations/parties
- retreats
- free parking
- desirable office space (ie private, window, etc)
- desirable buildings base (ie kitchen, recreation area, windows, etc)
- desirable work equipment (eg good computer, chair & desk options)
- gift cards
- pets allowed at the office
- free coffee
- free meals
- flexible dress code..."
Heather S. Lonczak, 2019