{"id":23074,"date":"2022-11-04T07:59:56","date_gmt":"2022-11-03T21:59:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/blog\/foster-happiness-in-the-workplace\/"},"modified":"2025-09-17T00:38:39","modified_gmt":"2025-09-17T00:38:39","slug":"foster-happiness-in-the-workplace","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/blog\/foster-happiness-in-the-workplace\/","title":{"rendered":"11 ways to foster happiness in the workplace"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull sticky-blog-template has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull blog-template-header has-neutral-100-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--16)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div 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border-right-width:1px;border-right-color:var(--wp--preset--color--black); padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--2);\" class=\"has-text-align-center has-link-color wp-elements-1e20e747939e3458765ab321928f59b7 wp-block-post-title has-text-color has-violet-500-color has-sm-font-size\">The Team<\/h6><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-employmentherocom2025-custom-post-date has-sm-font-size\">\n    <span>Last Updated<\/span>&nbsp;<time datetime=\"2025-09-17T00:38:39+00:00\">Sep 17, 2025<\/time>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-sm-font-size\" style=\"border-left-color:var(--wp--preset--color--neutral-700);border-left-width:1px;padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--2)\">18 mins read<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull blog-image-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><figure style=\"width:864px;\" class=\"blog-template-image wp-block-post-featured-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1365\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/hiring-an-employee-vs-contractor-which-is-better-1-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"A woman smiling happily on her desk\" style=\"object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/hiring-an-employee-vs-contractor-which-is-better-1-1.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/hiring-an-employee-vs-contractor-which-is-better-1-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/hiring-an-employee-vs-contractor-which-is-better-1-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/hiring-an-employee-vs-contractor-which-is-better-1-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/hiring-an-employee-vs-contractor-which-is-better-1-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/hiring-an-employee-vs-contractor-which-is-better-1-1-440x293.jpg 440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:66px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-15 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" id=\"content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"content-single-table-content\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group content_single content_single--blog content-single-content-wysiwyg wysiwyg content-wrapper has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--4)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group content_single content_single--blog content-single-content-wysiwyg wysiwyg content-wrapper has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--4)\">\nDo you know how happy your employees are currently?\n\n<figure id=\"attachment_20688\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20688\" style=\"width: 460px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20688\" height=\"248\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/08\/image6.gif\" width=\"460\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20688\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">If they aren\u2019t dancing like this on the way to work, that\u2019s unacceptable.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\nHappy employees are more likely to be loyal to a business and have greater job satisfaction, better productivity, and stronger engagement. The power of happiness in the workplace goes a long way.\n\nNo one wants to be working in an organisation with a <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/blog\/7-signs-of-a-toxic-workplace-culture\/\">toxic culture<\/a>. Most employees just want to feel appreciated and recognised for their hard work; have job security; have strong personal networks in the business; have room to grow and learn; and have opportunities to succeed.\n\nIf you\u2019re keen to boost employee morale and make your workplace a conducive and comfortable environment where employees can produce their best work \u2014 read on to find out more.\n<h2 id=\"key-points\">Key points:<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">The pandemic has driven employees to reevaluate their work-life balance and job satisfaction.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Happy employees are more loyal, satisfied, and engaged with their roles.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Employee happiness and engagement are closely linked; happiness leads to engagement, not vice versa.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Employee happiness also strengthens the employee value proposition (EVP), making companies more attractive to potential hires.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Employees want appreciation, job security, and growth opportunities, with benefits like flexible work schedules, ongoing education, wellness initiatives, and a positive company culture.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Employers can create a positive work culture through trust, fairness, listening, inclusivity, mental health boundaries, recognition, relationships, flexibility, growth, wellness, and transparency.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 id=\"why-is-employee-happiness-at-work-important\">Why is employee happiness at work important?<\/h2>\nBecause it brings about a whole list of benefits, such as\u2026\n<h3 id=\"1-boosting-employee-value-proposition\">1. Boosting employee value proposition<\/h3>\nEmployee happiness helps to strengthen your <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/blog\/employee-value-proposition-evp\/\">employee value proposition<\/a> (EVP). An EVP is your most valuable tool when it comes to <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/attract-retain-talent-guide\/\">attracting staff<\/a> \u2014 it clearly defines and promotes why your company is so great to work for.\n\nWhen your employees are happy at work, it creates a positive work culture and makes your organisation an attractive place for existing employees to stay in, and for potential new hires to join. Happy employees become your organisation\u2019s biggest advocates.\n<h3 id=\"2-improving-productivity\">2. Improving productivity<\/h3>\n\u2018Happy employees = productive employees\u2019 isn\u2019t just a corporate cliche, it\u2019s the truth. A study by the University of Warwick found that happy employees are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smf.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Social-Market-Foundation-Publication-Briefing-CAGE-4-Are-happy-workers-more-productive-281015.pdf\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">12% more productive<\/a> than their peers. Employees who report being happy at work also <a href=\"https:\/\/snacknation.com\/blog\/employee-happiness\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">take 10x fewer sick days<\/a> than unhappy employees.\n\nHaving happy employees facilitates strong employee friendships and improved wellbeing, bolstering creativity and problem-solving abilities. This all leads to improved productivity, and ultimately benefits your organisation\u2019s bottom line.\n<h3 id=\"3-enhancing-employee-retention\">3. Enhancing employee retention<\/h3>\nThe pandemic has been a miserable time for many, but it has also created a shift in thinking. Employees are asking themselves some big questions right now \u2014 Do we live to work? Do we want to go to the office every day? Do we feel appreciated for our hard work and loyalty? Would we be happier elsewhere? Unhappy employees lead to a high turnover rate, which incurs huge losses for your business.\n\nOne of the most important lessons that leading companies like <a href=\"https:\/\/fortune.com\/ranking\/best-companies\/2022\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Cisco Systems<\/a> have learnt, is that fostering a work environment which is fun, inclusive, and motivational inspires employees to find joy in their work \u2014 and this reaps substantial benefits. Happy employees are loyal employees, and loyal employees do wonders for your business.\n<h3 id=\"4-strengthening-employee-engagement\">4. Strengthening employee engagement<\/h3>\n<blockquote><em>\u201cEmployee engagement includes emotional and social needs, like doing work that you are good at and connecting your work with a higher purpose.\u201d \u2014 <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gallup.com\/workplace\/243578\/employee-experience-engagement-difference.aspx\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><em>Gallup<\/em><\/a><\/blockquote>\nEmployee happiness and employee engagement are intrinsically linked \u2014 one leads to the other, but not vice versa. An employee can be passionate about the work they do and be committed to the organisation, but be miserable at work because of office politics, a toxic work culture, or being mistreated by colleagues and managers.\n\nEngagement without happiness is unsustainable, and ultimately leads to two outcomes \u2014 stress and burnout, or eventual loss of engagement.\n\nOn the other hand, happier employees are naturally more engaged \u2014 having a positive, can-do attitude towards work allows them to genuinely enjoy their work, stay committed to the organisation, and also has a good influence on the rest of the team. Happiness is infectious, and when it spreads, the whole team benefits from stronger teamwork and communication.\n<h2 id=\"what-makes-employees-happy-in-the-workplace\">What makes employees happy in the workplace?<\/h2>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-20687\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/08\/image8.jpg\" width=\"1999\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image8.jpg 1999w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image8-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image8-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image8-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image8-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image8-440x293.jpg 440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\" \/>\n\nDid you know that there are three billion working people on this planet, and only <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ted.com\/talks\/michael_c_bush_this_is_what_makes_employees_happy_at_work\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">40% of them report being happy at work<\/a>?\n\nHaving a good salary is important but it\u2019s no longer enough to attract and retain the best people. Some of the most common <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/blog\/top-10-benefits-employees-want\/\">employee benefits that people want<\/a> include flexible working options, continued education options, free meals, mental wellness initiatives, subsidised yoga and gym memberships, and more.\n\nIn our <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/employee-movement-and-retention-report\/\">Employee Movement and Retention Report<\/a>, the same factors have been echoed. Apart from a salary increase (who wouldn\u2019t want that?), other initiatives employees are looking for in their roles are \u2014 more rewards and recognition; a promotion; a bonus or introduction of bonus structure; flexible working options; a good company culture\/friendly people; and support for training and development.\n\nWhile an extensive list of perks like free massages and gaming rooms may be great in boosting employee happiness, you\u2019ll realise that more often than not, it\u2019s all about how employees are treated by their leaders and colleagues that really make or break the way they feel about the company and their jobs.\n<h2 id=\"11-ways-to-foster-a-positive-work-environment\">11 ways to foster a positive work environment<\/h2>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-20686\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image4.jpg\" width=\"1999\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image4.jpg 1999w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image4-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image4-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image4-440x293.jpg 440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\" \/>\n<h3 id=\"1-build-trust-in-your-employees\">1. Build trust in your employees<\/h3>\nTrust is one of the core foundations of a successful organisation. One of the biggest indications of a toxic workplace culture is when trust is seen as something that is earned, not given. We\u2019re talking about micromanaging and triple-checking, regardless of an employee\u2019s experience or performance.\n\nHolding your employees too tightly will cause you to lose control instead \u2014 and employees shouldn\u2019t be struggling to earn your trust. When you give your employees freedom and responsibility to do the right thing, it shows that you\u2019re confident in their abilities. Focus on output over hours. Ensure accountability and trust that they\u2019ll get things done.\n<h3 id=\"2-ensure-fairness-and-shut-down-discriminatory-practices\">2. Ensure fairness and shut down discriminatory practices<\/h3>\nNo one likes a biased manager, or a company that pays male employees higher than female employees. It\u2019s important to nip that in the bud if you see it in your workplace. Employees want to know that they are working for a meritocratic firm \u2014 promotions and rewards should be fairly distributed based on effort and performance, and not by connections, rank, tenure, age, experience, or job category.\n\nA great example of that is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/news\/stories\/2022-equal-pay-update-the-salesforce-approach-to-pay-fairness\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Salesforce<\/a>, who have committed themselves to ensuring pay equality globally. They audit for equal pay every year and adjust as needed \u2014 with their analysis this year showing that 8.5% of their global employees required adjustments. Of those, 92% were based on gender, and 8% were based on race or ethnicity. They\u2019ve since spent $5.6 million USD to address any unexplained differences in pay, and a total of more than $22.5 million USD spent since 2015. Now that\u2019s a company that shows they truly care, and one that employees would be happy to work for.\n\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-20685\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/08\/image9.gif\" width=\"500\"\/>\n<h3 id=\"3-listen-to-your-employees\">3. Listen to your employees<\/h3>\nDoes your company employ a predominantly top-down approach? Are employees just given orders and expected to follow, with no avenues for feedback or opinions? If so, it\u2019s time to rethink your <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/guide-to-internal-company-communications\/\">internal communications<\/a>.\n\nEmployees wanted to feel respected and heard. When an employee goes to higher management or leaders with an idea, are they just acknowledged and moved along, or actually considered and pondered upon before a decision is made? Employees need to feel that their thoughts matter \u2014 <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/blog\/future-of-feedback\/\">the future of feedback is a loop<\/a>.\n\nContinuous listening is important, so you get to gather employee feedback on a frequent or regular basis, as opposed to one-off feedback events like an annual engagement survey, which doesn\u2019t amount to any action if the results aren\u2019t taken seriously.\n\nNot listening to employees leads to negative outcomes such as stagnation, presenteeism, absenteeism and burnout. If you want empowered teams with high engagement and productivity, genuinely seek out and accept feedback from employees, and take them seriously.\n<h3 id=\"4-create-a-safe-and-inclusive-workplace\">4. Create a safe and inclusive workplace<\/h3>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-20684\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/08\/image10.jpg\" width=\"1999\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image10.jpg 1999w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image10-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image10-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image10-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image10-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image10-440x293.jpg 440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\" \/>\n\nDo you have a diverse workforce with a mix of genders, ethnicities, ages, religions and backgrounds? Having an <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/blog\/inclusive-workplace\/\">inclusive workplace<\/a> goes way beyond hiring to hit that diversity quota \u2014 it\u2019s not just about ticking that box. You want to create a work environment where employees feel safe and comfortable to be themselves, and voice their opinions despite cultural differences.\n\nEach of us hold internal unconscious biases that we\u2019re probably not even aware of, which is why it\u2019s key to foster an inclusive culture. Research has shown <a href=\"https:\/\/builtin.com\/diversity-inclusion\/diversity-in-the-workplace-statistics#5\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">inclusive workplaces are 1.7 times more innovative<\/a> than those with fewer D&amp;I initiatives.\n\nSome ways to foster a more inclusive workplace is by practising good leadership, investing in D&amp;I training, implementing anti-discrimination policies, supporting employee resource groups, encouraging team meetings and more. Using inclusive language is also a great way to make people feel more comfortable at work and like they belong. By creating a psychologically safe work environment, you\u2019ll facilitate <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/boost-employee-engagement-on-a-budget\/\">greater employee engagement<\/a> and happy faces all around.\n<h3 id=\"5-set-boundaries-at-work-for-mental-health\">5. Set boundaries at work for mental health<\/h3>\nWork-life balance is essential for happy and productive employees, and achieving it all really comes down to boundaries. With so many elements at play right now thanks to technological advancements and the pandemic, it can be hard to <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/blog\/boundaries-at-work\/\">draw boundaries<\/a>, especially when it comes to remote or hybrid work.\n\nIf you don\u2019t have a good workplace culture and demarcate your boundaries clearly, it\u2019s all too easy to log on at night and on weekends. Instead of work-life balance, it becomes work-life integration, and more often than not it\u2019s skewed to one end.\n\nSetting boundaries at work is so important, because it helps employees prevent burnout. When employees are able to put a stop to their work day and properly disconnect, they are able to focus their energy and time on doing the things they love to recharge and rest. It also becomes easier for them to recognise when work is becoming overwhelming, and flag it to stop eventual burnout before it\u2019s too late.\n\nWorking hard all the time isn\u2019t sustainable, and neither is a <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/blog\/toxic-productivity-at-work\/\">toxic productivity<\/a> mindset. Employees who are productive in the long-term are fuelled by regular breaks, self care and recreational time. Staying physically and mentally healthy is essential to staying focused, happy, and doing their best work.\n<h3 id=\"6-reward-and-recognise-hard-work\">6. Reward and recognise hard work<\/h3>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/reward-and-recognition-guide\/\">Reward and recognition<\/a> is more important than ever before. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/employee-movement-and-retention-report\/\">Employee Movement and Retention Report<\/a> has revealed that one of the top reasons why employees are seeking a new role is a lack of appreciation and recognition.\n\nIt\u2019s easy to forget to show appreciation to your staff, especially during stressful and uncertain times. As we continue to emerge from the pandemic, it\u2019s worth thinking of ways to build and strengthen a culture of recognition within your organisation.\n\nEmployees who feel valued for the work they do will show higher levels of engagement within your business, and in turn contribute more, innovate, and smash goals. As for the business, employee recognition at work also ensures the attraction and retention of a quality workforce.\n\nAt <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/products\/employee-learning-management-system\/\">91±¬ΑΟ<\/a> we\u2019re huge on reward and recognition \u2014 from regular \u2018Shout Out\u2019s at our fortnightly All-Hands meetings to Hero Nominations and peer-to-peer praise on our platform, no hard work goes unnoticed. Impromptu praise is also incredibly impactful regardless of its medium \u2014 we highly recommend doing it regularly. It can be as simple as a Slack message or a short note to someone who\u2019s made a wonderful difference to your day.\n\nCheck out our <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/blog\/employee-recognition-program\/\">guide to improving employee recognition<\/a> in your workplace for more helpful tips.\n<h3 id=\"7-foster-strong-interpersonal-relationships\">7. Foster strong interpersonal relationships<\/h3>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-20683\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/08\/image7.jpg\" width=\"1999\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image7.jpg 1999w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image7-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image7-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image7-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image7-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image7-440x293.jpg 440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\" \/>\n\nIt\u2019s a well-known fact: having friends at work just makes work less stressful and more fun. It creates a sense of belonging and camaraderie, because you\u2019re all working towards a common purpose together. Having regular team-building activities and events gives your team the opportunity to get outside the office space, and connect with their coworkers on a personal level.\n\nTeam building sessions never go wrong. Or even a full day offsite just spending time playing games at the beach could be game changing, with awesome memories to keep for a lifetime. As for remote teams, don\u2019t worry because we got you. Here are some <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/blog\/free-online-team-building-games\/\">fun and free online team building games<\/a> that you can go crazy with!\n\nLeaders should also strive to make relationships within the team meaningful by getting to know your employees, their interests and hobbies, what their work goals and motivations are, and showing your commitment to helping them succeed.\n<h3 id=\"8-be-flexible-and-family-friendly\">8. Be flexible and family-friendly<\/h3>\nIf there\u2019s one thing we\u2019ve learnt from the pandemic, it\u2019s that flexibility is key. The 9-5 grind just doesn\u2019t work for everyone, and it\u2019s unlikely organisations will ever return to that. Top employers understand the importance of flexibility and catering to different lifestyles because there isn\u2019t a one-size-fits-all approach.\n\nEmployees also increasingly prioritise work-life balance, which is why having flexible work options is one of the top priorities they are looking for in a job. It enables them to adjust their schedules according to their needs, with the freedom to balance both their professional and personal lives. The rise of <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/the-remote-first-workplace-playbook\/\">remote work<\/a> has also provided greater flexibility and viability in allowing them to fulfil their roles whilst taking care of life concerns.\n\nAs for working parents \u2014 we all know how difficult it was balancing the need to attend meetings whilst having a crying baby or screaming kids in the background during lockdowns. Having a <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/working-parents-guide\/\">family-friendly workplace where working parents feel supported<\/a> is crucial in maintaining their wellbeing and happiness. A stressed and worried parent will definitely be struggling to produce good work (or even any work, for that matter).\n\nEnsure that your employees are aware of their benefits \u2014 such as childcare leave, maternity leave, paternity leave, and more. Where possible, provide subsidised childcare or childcare services near the office, for greater ease. Provide them with the flexibility to take time off to care for their sick kids or elderly parents if needed, and direct them to valuable resources and dependent care assistance plans if relevant to their situation.\n\nProviding this level of flexibility to employees will lead to greater happiness and productivity, because employees don\u2019t feel restricted in any way. Flexible working schedules help to reduce their stress and enable them to come to work refreshed \u2014 which benefits everyone!\n<h3 id=\"9-invest-in-their-growth\">9. Invest in their growth<\/h3>\nAccording to LinkedIn\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/learning.linkedin.com\/resources\/workplace-learning-report#1\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Workforce Learning Report<\/a>, 94% of employees say that they would stay at a company longer if it simply invested in helping them learn.\n\nThere\u2019s no better way to show your employees that they are valued and appreciated by the company, than investing in their growth and development. It\u2019s important to understand <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/blog\/how-to-upskill-your-workforce-for-the-next-decade\/\">how to upskill your workforce in the next decade<\/a>, and provide them with the necessary resources and support to reach their full potential.\n\nThrough <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/blog\/what-are-1-1s\/\">one-on-one meetings<\/a>, you can find out what your employee\u2019s career path priorities are \u2014\u00a0are they interested in taking on new responsibilities, projects or challenges? Which courses would they like to enrol in? Are they keen on internal mobility opportunities? Companies that excel at internal mobility <a href=\"https:\/\/learning.linkedin.com\/resources\/workplace-learning-report#0\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">retain employees for an average of 5.4 years<\/a> \u2014 nearly twice as long as companies that struggle with it, where the average retention span is 2.9 years.\n\nA practical way for employees to uptake learning opportunities in their own time is by using a Learning Management System (LMS). When you use an LMS like the one you can find in <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/products\/employee-learning-management-system\/\">91±¬ΑΟ<\/a>, you can create customised learning pathways for your employees.\n\nYou can upload your own content, or take your pick from thousands of ready-made learning courses. You can easily assign the courses to team members from the platform. Managers and leaders can also quickly see the status of a particular course and make sure employees are on track with their continual development.\n<h3 id=\"10-focus-on-employee-wellness\">10. Focus on employee wellness<\/h3>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-20680\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/08\/image2.jpg\" width=\"1999\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image2.jpg 1999w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image2-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image2-440x293.jpg 440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\" \/>\n\nHaving a positive work environment used to involve extensive employee benefits, like free cafeteria lunches, foosball tables, and fun activities. But times have changed since the pandemic, and the growing focus is now on employee wellbeing. Having great benefits only provides temporary and short-term rewards for employees \u2014 to ensure continual employee happiness and engagement, it\u2019s more important to invest in wellbeing initiatives.\n\nThe data doesn\u2019t lie \u2014 in our <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/wellness-at-work\/\">Wellness at Work report<\/a>, employees who rated their employer\u2019s commitment to wellness as good or excellent were 75% more likely to say they were loyal to a business. High-growth and resilient businesses are created by healthy and inspired employees, who are given the environment to do their best work.\n\nThat\u2019s exactly why workplace wellness is worth the investment when it comes to trusting teams. It doesn\u2019t just help with a positive work environment, it also enables you to save major costs associated with turnover \u2014 which can make all the difference to a growing company.\n\nDoes your organisation have a <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/blog\/employee-recognition-program\/\">workplace wellness program<\/a>? Contrary to popular belief, you don\u2019t need to spend a lot to provide an employee wellness program. Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/guide-to-boosting-employee-mental-wellbeing\/\">guide to boosting employee wellbeing<\/a> for tips on how you can get started today, regardless of your budget.\n<h3 id=\"11-ensure-transparency-in-your-culture\">11. Ensure transparency in your culture<\/h3>\nTransparency is an incredibly important factor that contributes to workplace happiness \u2014 when it comes to leadership, transparency equates to honesty and openness. If you want your employees to trust you, you can\u2019t keep them in the dark.\n\nEspecially as everyone navigates the uncertainty of the current economic climate, alongside working with teams in separate locations, it\u2019s more important than ever to communicate timely and clearly. Ensure that company-wide updates are provided regularly, there\u2019s transparency across teams with regards to roles, expectations and deadlines, and new starters are onboarded effectively. All of these contribute to a positive work environment.\n\nBeing open and transparent starts with strong communication \u2014 and when employees know that they are being kept informed with the status of the business, they\u2019ll be able to focus better on their work and trust in the leadership team to do what\u2019s best for the company.\n<h2 id=\"keep-your-employees-happy\">Keep your employees happy<\/h2>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-20682\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/08\/image5.jpg\" width=\"1999\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image5.jpg 1999w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image5-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image5-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/image5-440x293.jpg 440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\" \/>\n\nHow an employee feels at work will directly affect the success of the business. So if you want your business to thrive, as well as retain and attract the best talent, you need to keep them happy.\n\nHow do you know if your employees are happy? Use <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/blog\/employee-surveys\/\">employee surveys<\/a> to gather anonymous and honest feedback from your team. 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