Employee motivation is a key factor in the success of any organization. Take a smart approach and draw inspiration from modern trends, whether it be praise, well-being, developing flexibility, or real values.
While finances are a traditional tool for motivation, they are definitely not enough in the long run. Therefore, do not overlook modern approaches that can be just as effective, or even more so. So how can you motivate employees beyond the usual salary and bonuses?
Praise, recognition, and positive feedback
Who wouldn’t want to be praised for their work? Even though praise is highly sought after, Czech employees rarely receive it. Yet it is the simplest way to motivate employees. Some bosses don’t know how to praise, others forget to do so. In better cases, it only happens in times of crisis, when there is a lot of work and stress. An easy way to integrate praise into the corporate culture is through its virtual version in the Verso package. This is the Praise feature, which allows supervisors to easily reward their employees. You will see the effects of regular praise and rewards “almost immediately.
Investing in health and well-being in the workplace
Health and work-life balance are major trends today. Taking care of physical health is a matter of course. However, mental health is also becoming increasingly important, as it has been put under strain by COVID-19 and the subsequent economic and existential crisis. The need for increased care for employees’ health is also understood by our legislators, who have increased tax relief on health benefits up to the average wage from January 2025. This is flexibly supported, for example, by eBenefity cafeteria benefits, where employees can choose how to use them themselves. This is another major trend, the so-called personalization of employee benefits. Regular meals for employees with the modern eStravenka meal voucher card also contribute to their health.
Flexibility as standard
Employees today appreciate the possibilities offered by a flexible working environment. This is especially true for younger employees, but not only them. The option of working from home, flexible hours, or hybrid work is now taken for granted and has a positive impact on employee motivation and loyalty. The Employee Barometer survey also showed that almost 70% of Czech employees would like to see more flexible working arrangements. The survey was conducted by Up Česká republika among more than a thousand employees from domestic companies. Managers need not worry about losing contact with their employees or the development of teamwork. Verso packages offer interesting options for online internal communication that are ideal for home office workers. These include features such as News, Ask Your Employer, and the aforementioned Praise. And many more.
Emphasis on meaningful work and true values
Today’s employees, especially Generation Z, are placing increasing emphasis on their work having a positive social impact. Companies that support ecology, nature conservation, helping others, community, and other ESG values are clearly more attractive to them. Focus on brand building in a simple way, for example with the ecological features of the Verso package, such as Carpooling or Bazaar. Virtual benefit cards also save a lot of unnecessary plastic. Be the company that supports these values.
What types of employee motivation do you use in your company? Inspire us!
