Put simply, people achieve more, in less time when they are happy doing what they are doing. It is true in almost every sphere of life, especially the workplace. Happiness is contagious and it pushes just about every metric in the right direction.

In reality, though, work won’t always be fun; there are bad days, stressful days, hard days, tricky clients and unhelpful colleagues. But it’s easier to take all these things in your stride when you feel valued, appreciated and listened too; when you feel connected to the people around you and yet are given the space to do the job you’re employed to do. That is when you can truly feel happy in what you do.

None of this is possible without good management, creating the conditions to allow others to flourish. Good managers prioritise the wellbeing of their team by providing clear lines of communication and avoiding micromanaging.

Wherever you find a motivated, engaged and happy employee you will almost invariably find a good manager.

Well managed, happy employees will be…

  • More productive

  • More collaborative

  • More innovative

  • Less likely to leave

  • More energised

  • More loyal

  • More creative

And the benefits to your company are substantial…

  • Reduced costs

  • Happier employees

  • Greater loyalty

  • Retaining talent

  • Making it easier to attract new talent

  • Higher profits