In an organization, many middle managers feel helpless in motivating their team members because they do not have the authority to give their team any financial rewards.
Not true. Here are some non-financial ways to reward your team members:
- Smile;
- Thank them;
- Give them some time off;
- Give them an opportunity to work on interesting projects;
- Inspire them to take a course or learn a new language;
- Offer a meal out;
- Send them an “I appreciate you!” handwritten card;
- Send them an email recognizing their contribution and cc the planet (well, not the planet but enough people who would notice it)
- Give them an award;
- Gift them a badge/pin/tie;
- Share an insightful book with them;
- Give them some Chocolates;
- Sponsor them movie tickets;
- Give them genuine compliments in public;
- Give them Assertive feedback on their work-performance;
- Invite them to a coffee or lunch;
- Give them solicitations for advice;
- Give them recognition in a company publication;
- Engage them in a job with more responsibilities;
- Make a joint visit to a supplier or customer;
- Offer them extended breaks;
- Inspire them to work on a personal project;
- Allow them to use any equipment/machinery;
- Offer them to make a presentation for a demo/meeting;
- Encourage them to attend a conference/seminar;
There are various ways to motivate your people. Above are a few, if you know any specific way and would like to share it with me, please feel free to do so!
