How to Make Your Employees Feel Valued in the Digital Age

Few things will lead to employee disengagement quicker than assigning them tasks that feel like a waste of time. No one wants to do grunt work. And while it's not uncommon for new employees to take on menial tasks now and then, it's essential to distribute meaningful work each week.

One way to accomplish this is to embrace automation tools + business process management (BPM). These can streamline workflow and minimize the need for your team members to perform unnecessary duties. As you use BPM, be sure to regularly monitor its effectiveness and make the necessary changes to boost the process and output. Then, you can sit back and watch process efficiency soar!

Another technology worth implementing is a team chat app. A few years ago, team messaging was a nice perk, but now companies of all sizes depend on it to function productively and efficiently.

There are many team chat apps on the market, each of which has its benefits and drawbacks. Here are a few of the most popular products:

• Slack 
• Microsoft Teams
• Flock
• Google Chat
• Basecamp
• Ryver

All and all, the primary purpose of every team chat app is to keep team members on the same page. And using this kind of tool can also help your team members build relationships and morale.

One way to help your team members feel valued is to give them stellar benefits. Most individuals entering the workforce or pursuing other jobs expect some sort of health insurance plan, retirement fund, and vacation time (in addition to a fair salary).

If your company does not offer benefits like these, it might be time to make some changes. Don't allow your competitors to snatch top talent from right under your nose. And always look for better benefits you can provide your employees

Millennials and Gen Z want even more than the traditional job benefits. Especially in recent years, job seekers and employees are pursuing companies that offer extra office perks that help them maintain work-life balance and make their daily agendas more exciting. Here are a few perks that many companies are now offering:

• Flexible work schedules
• Fitness memberships
• Child care assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Nutrition programs
• Career development programs

You might be surprised by how simple it can be to add these perks into your processes. And the improved employee engagement, satisfaction, and productivity will prove well worth the time, effort, and money you invest.

Giving your employees the opportunity to work flexible hours is perhaps the most critical perk your company could provide. An overwhelming majority of workers would take a flexible schedule for a pay raise.

Depending on your specific business, this could mean converting some of your knowledge-based positions to remote work or incorporating a hybrid schedule. And it makes sense: Your team members will have more time to spend with their families and on self-care, resulting in retention and productivity. And with effective automation in place, stemming from your aforementioned digital transformation, this flexibility is easier to implement than you think!

Finally, nothing will help your employees feel valued more so than asking them for feedback. Regularly send out employee satisfaction surveys, and make sure your managers ask their team members in person about any criticism or complements they have to offer. Simply feeling seen and heard can go a long way in boosting a worker's confidence and morale.

Take advantage of the technology available to your business. But don't let it come in front of employee relations. Implement the tips above to show your team how much you value them, and keep looking for other ways to boost employee satisfaction and engagement.