motivating employees 7 ways to get your team inspired

Last Updated On / Written By Daphne Blake

Motivating Employees - 7 Ways to Get Your Team Inspired

Motivating employees is more than just a trendy human resources buzzword. You are passionate about your mission, and of course want your employees to be just as motivated as you. Now, let's be realistic for a moment – many of your employees just don't care about your business or organization the same way you do as a leader.

Are unmotivated employees really a problem?


So, how can you get them and keep them inspired?







Howes explains, "You need momentum, and nothing builds momentum like getting a few wins under your belt. Don't get me wrong, I'm all about thinking big and having big dreams, but I also understand the need for momentum and confidence. Accomplishing a goal is a lot better than taking a step, especially for someone who has not been in business of large goal setting and achieving."

4. Model positivity. Your energy is critical. Having a rough day? Your employees are likely to notice. The energy you bring into work every day will wear off on the people around you. If you're feeling pessimistic, it's not long before you team will, too.


5. Clue your team into the bigger picture. It's important to be open with your team about what is happening at a higher level. Make it clear that you are open to questions and feedback. Let your team have a say in larger decisions.

According to a recent article published in Inc. Magazine by Josh Spiro, "Workers need to have a sense of how their roles interweave with the larger goals of the company in order to take pride in the importance of their work and to do the best possible job on every project."

In the article, he reviews the work of Peter Stark, author of Engaged! How Leaders Build Organization Where Employees Love to Come to Work, exploring the many ways successful companies motivate their teams. He quotes Stark in saying, "There's a lot of leaders out there that take the employees, blindfold them, spin them around 10 times, and then want them to go hit the tail on the donkey and they can't do it."


6. Give individuals unique tasks and let them know that you trust them to handle them well. While motivating teams is important, it is also crucial to motivate individuals. There are certain personalities who are critically important to an organization that could get lost in a crowd. Save your big speeches for your company's holiday dinner, and foster closer one-on-one partnerships with team members.

According to a recent survey from ProOpinion, "24 percent of responding workers felt that individual attention from their bosses keeps them motivated at work. This kind of simple solution to employee burnout and long hours can be integral to ensuring further successes down the road."

7. Get the team together. Don't let your team operate in their respective silos. Get them talking in regular staff meetings, where they can talk about what they are working on. You'd be shocked to know how many of your team members are unsure as to what the rest of the team is up to. Perhaps assign dates to different teams to spotlight their specific projects and goals. They'll feel proud of their work and contribution to the team, and everyone else will hear from a different perspective. Win for all.


What have you found that works?

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