Morale: Examples and Solutions

Low Morale – low productivity; discouragement; high absenteeism; lack of engagement.

Solutions – supervisory communications & leadership training; opportunities for internal promotions; non-financial benefits (e.g. more autonomy, independence, flexible work schedules).

PR Newswire quotes a leading firm involved in recruitment regarding low morale in the public sector workforce and warns of the possible deterioration of their services.

“Almost two-thirds (60%) of public sector workers said the public sector is a worse place to work compared to before the recession, compared to only 40% in the private sector. Over three-quarters (76%) of public sector employers believe the sector is more stressful now than it was a year ago.”

“Andy Robling, Public Services Director at Hays, said: "These results indicate the potential dangers ahead for the public sector if something is not done to address poor morale and the perceptions some workers have about what the two sectors offer in terms of career progression and job security.”   (Reference - http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/hays-research-shows-low-morale-in-public-sector-workers-136584258.html )

DHS Morale Fixing

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