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Motivation is not just a buzzword; it\u2019s key to an organisation\u2019s success. A motivated team has a hugely positive impact on productivity, retention and overall wellbeing. When employee motivation drops, your revenue and output are likely to follow. Despite its importance for business, however, only 21%<\/a> of employees are reported to feel motivated and engaged at work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whereas in the past employee motivation was widely considered the responsibility of HR, it is now expected to be maintained by managers and is a key part of your role as a leader within your organisation. But how can you achieve this successfully?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, we will expand on the importance of motivation in any organisation and explain the role that a manager plays in motivating their team. We will also provide actionable tips and advice for effectively motivating your employees. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What is the Importance of Motivation in an Organisation?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Employee motivation refers to the level of commitment, energy and innovation that a company\u2019s staff maintain at work. Prior to the pandemic, workplace motivation and engagement were rising globally, but progress has now stalled. In fact, Europe is now recorded to have the lowest percentage of engaged and motivated employees in the world – at just 14%<\/a>. Therefore, those in a managerial or leadership role urgently need to work to increase employee motivation.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Employees that are not motivated have little enthusiasm for their role. They are more easily distracted by non-work-related activities, work at a slower pace, avoid tasks or are happy to let others take on more work. This potentially holds the wider organisation back from meeting targets and producing high-quality work. In these circumstances, workplace stress often rises due to tasks not being effectively distributed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In contrast, maintaining a motivated and engaged workforce has a multitude of impressive benefits, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Increased Productivity<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the main advantages of a motivated workforce is an increase in productivity<\/a>, which in turn leads to better revenue outcomes. Highly motivated workforces have been found to achieve a 17%<\/a> increase in productivity as they are far more likely to focus on their core tasks and complete these efficiently and effectively. This provides them with more time to work on their additional responsibilities or professional development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lower Levels of Absenteeism<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Motivated team members are also less likely to have repeat absences from work as they\u2019re engaged with their role and therefore willing to commit time to completing their assigned workload. Workplaces with motivated and engaged employees are shown to reduce absenteeism by up to 41%<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Increased Staff Retention<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As well as displaying lower levels of absenteeism from work, motivated employees are likely to stay with an organisation for longer – rather than searching for new opportunities. A motivated employee is far more likely to be satisfied with their role and therefore have less desire to look for something, or somewhere, better. Not only does a high turnover of staff cause disturbance within the business, it\u2019s also reported to cost employers 33%<\/a> of an employee\u2019s annual salary due to hiring replacements, and is therefore something worth avoiding. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Great Company Culture<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Employee motivation is an important factor in creating a strong company culture, as well as driving collaboration. When an employee feels a connection to the work they do and are committed to their role and the company, their enthusiasm and work ethic is likely to have a positive impact on other employees. The result of this is a stronger, more connected team, who communicate and collaborate to produce high-quality, innovative products and services.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Why are Managers Vital for Motivating Employees?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Managers play a crucial role in encouraging motivation within their team. In a recent study, it was found that a manager or team leader alone accounts for 70%<\/a> of variance in team engagement and motivation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where a paycheck may once have been enough to keep staff engaged and motivated, employees are now increasingly reported to desire far more from their working life than just a means to pay the bills. In a recent study<\/a>, when asked about motivating factors at work, the majority of employees cited a good work-life balance. Having no career progression was the highest factor in reducing motivation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Therefore, employers shouldn\u2019t assume that their staff are simply thankful for having a job; employees want to learn, progress and be challenged. As a result, it is vital for managers to display strong coaching and mentoring skills<\/a> to ensure their team finds purpose and meaning, as well as opportunities to develop in their area of work. If a manager fails to set a good example when it comes to positive attitudes and working methods, other employees will soon follow suit and the quality of work the team produces will suffer as a result. <\/p>\n\n\n

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There are a number of attributes that make a manager effective at motivating their team. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n