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Creating a Motivating Work Environment
Dr. Philip H. Levy is the founder of PHL HP Consulting Group, which helps companies develop effective leadership and corporate culture. To create a motivating work environment, employers should praise accomplishments, provide constructive feedback to improve without blame, and involve employees in decision making. Small rewards, celebrations, and treating all employees with dignity can also create a cohesive, motivating company culture.
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- 1. CREATING A MOTIVATING WORKENVIRONMENT By: Philip H Levy
- 2. CREATING A MOTIVATINGWORK ENVIRONMENT Dr. Philip H. Levy is the Founder and President of PHL HP Consulting Group, Inc., a firm that helps companies develop effective leadership teams and corporate cultures. Through discussion groups, one-on-one interviews, and surveys, Dr. Philip H. Levy strengthens client companies by enriching their work environment.
- 3. CREATING A MOTIVATINGWORK ENVIRONMENT In order to create a motivating atmosphere, an employer should make a diligent effort to praise accomplishments as often as possible. When an employee makes a mistake, an encouraging boss should opt for a solution-based approach to feedback rather than placing blame on one individual. Constructive questions, such as, “How might you handle a similar situation next time?”, can inspire employees to make improvements without being discouraging or embarrassing.
- 4. CREATING A MOTIVATINGWORK ENVIRONMENT Involving employees in the decision-making process can also enhance corporate culture. To describe this approach, Dr. Levy coined the term, "participatory management." In addition to ensuring team members that their ideas are welcome and valuable, such open discussions may lead to a more innovative work environment. In addition, giving small, unexpected rewards and organizing company celebrations can also create a motivating, cohesive company culture.
- 5. CREATING A MOTIVATINGWORK ENVIRONMENT Above all, it is crucial to treat all employees with dignity. While praise and recognition are earned through accomplishments, respect should be standard practice in a healthy work environment.