The issue of workplace contentment has become central to many management discussions over the last few years. Following a period of economic recession, the job market has bounced back, meaning more jobs for fewer people. If the predictions are correct, and there\u2019s no reason to believe that they\u2019re not, the upcoming workforce will have their choice of places to work and they therefore won\u2019t be hanging around for a long time if they don\u2019t like the way their workplace respects or disrespects their value systems.<\/p>\n
All things considered, everyone just wants a place to work where they can feel good about going in everyday, working hard and taking home a paycheque. Most don\u2019t have designs to make it to the top of the leadership hierarchy, but most do care that they are respected and that their job is valued. They also like to know that what they are doing matters, and that they are contributing to something on a bigger scale. At the same time, when they feel as those these wants are being ignored, what is really holding them back from leaving to find something else that meets their needs?<\/p>\n
Some companies have large personalities that give back to their employees and the communities within which they operate. Others don\u2019t \u2013 and these are usually the ones that suffer from workplace dissatisfaction. The key to keeping the workplace environment positive is recognizing that every workplace is different, so often advice that works for one does not translate well to all. That being said, here is some advice that we think any company can take to the bank when it comes to keep the company atmosphere upbeat: Think \u201c3 Ps.\u201d<\/p>\n
Ok, what? 3 Ps: people, planet, profit. If you are not already doing it, make sure that your next innovation plan includes the 3 Ps. Even in the smallest (but visible) amounts, committing to these three core values will be a step in the right direction. A good innovation strategy may consider one of these things when it comes to implementation. A great innovation strategy considers all of them and recognizes their worth, utilizing them to their full potential.<\/p>\n
Your innovation strategy to include the 3 Ps has to come from your heart, and if it doesn\u2019t, it will be quickly seen as the marketing ploy it is. Commit to it or quit it \u2013 in the end, if it is determined to be false or deceptive, the results will be the same (or arguably worse) than if you chose not to do it.<\/p>\n