Great if you’re a gardener…what if you’re not?
Posted:
Nov 21 2012
Tags: Benefits, City and Guilds, Enthusiastic, Flexibility, Gardener, Human Resources, Job Satisfaction, Organisational Developments, Work Life Balance
This month the City & Guilds Career Happiness Index 2012 identified that horticulturists are the happiest workers in the UK, with nine out of ten such tradespeople enjoying their employment.
Banking, IT and HR professionals were worryingly less enthusiastic about their roles, with doubts being expressed as to career progression and the worthwhile nature of their positions.
Being able to work in the fresh air is undoubtedly one of the biggest perks for gardeners, but it is important to consider the other factors contributing to their job satisfaction. The 2,200-strong survey painted a picture that the British workforce seeks flexibility, reasonable control over daily duties and the opportunity to use valuable skills.
So before your employees all rush out to buy a pair of green gloves and secateurs, think about what small changes you could implement in your own workplace to heighten their engagement and morale. For instance:
A number of managers will already have thought about these ideas, but the potentially time consuming nature of such changes can deter many organisations from improving their processes, procedures and culture. As a trusted partner in the field of HR and payroll management though, the Cascade team is here to help.
Our proactive, award-winning software supports clients through periods of change, removes the administrative burden associated with many of these tasks and strengthens meaningful relationships amongst the workforce. Much more than a static database, our intuitive system – regarded by clients as a valuable management tool – highlights trends, promotes stronger communication and achieves tangible job satisfaction, organisational development and bottom-line benefits.
We all want to grow, as individuals in our roles, as team members and as organisational entities. Now is the time to talk to the people who can help make that happen.
By Lee Harding
Project Manager – Cascade