Motivating A Demotivated Staff

One of a manager’s responsibilities is to inspire staff and encourage them to strive for excellence and remain motivated even during the difficult times. While this task is challenging, there are measures a manager can take to generate enthusiasm in any working environment. Although different people are moved by different desires, values and goals, there are a number of generally agreed-upon motivators to which most people respond.


Every employee deserves a clear understanding of what behaviors and outcomes are expected. Many managers are so unclear that they make it seem as though they are hiding the target. Providing a clear vision for every expectation helps all involved in the long run. All employees should start off on the right foot with a thorough orientation program. The first few weeks and months on the job are crucial for new hires, especially when it comes to establishing attitudes about the position, coworkers, management and the organization. The overa...