The summer heat is blazing, and staff members are craving a dip in the pool and a sweet treat to enjoy the warm weather. The excitement and distractions of summer can easily reduce your business’s productivity, but with a little flexibility and a solid strategy, you can make this season a success. Here are five ways your small business can boost productivity. 

5 Easy Ways Your Small Business Can Boost Productivity

1. Be Flexible

Switch things up by adding more variety in your usual routine. Hold meetings outside, if possible, or let your employees work outside for a few hours. Let them leave early on Fridays during the summertime to enjoy some fun in the sun. You’d be surprised at the difference it will make in your employees’ engagement and motivation.

2. Appreciate Your Staff

Although you pay your employees to come to work every day, it never hurts to express gratitude and appreciation for what they do for your company.

Take time during the summer to celebrate your staff. Here are few ideas to get you started:

• Have in-house staff parties on Fridays.
• Celebrate birthdays once a month with cake, gifts, and games.
• Take your team out for dinner or a great team building activity.

But no matter what you do, make an effort to have memorable moments with your team. This will have a huge impact on their day-to-day productivity.

3. Re-Evaluate Your Dress Code Policy

Depending on your type of business, implementing a lenient dress code for the summer months is a great incentive for your staff. This dress code could be in effect for June – August or specific days (Friday only, etc.).

Note: When implementing a different dress code, be sure to make the expectations and guidelines very clear and provide a specific date when the temporary dress code policy will end.

4. Receive Extra Help with an Intern

If your small business’ peak season is during the summer months, consider hiring a summer intern or seasonal employee to help out. High school and college students are looking for ways to build their resume, gain experience, and earn a little extra income during the summer.

Some internships are paid while others are free. Review the finances of your business and determine what you can offer. The better the offer, the better the talent you attract. But you are running out of time so be sure to start the process as soon as possible.

5. Strategic Summer Scheduling

Let’s admit it; there is nothing worse than an employee who is burned out. Working 24/7, 365 will put a strain on your employee and lead to a lack of productivity.

Support your employees and encourage them to use their vacation time. Truthfully, if your hardest workers request time off, they most likely need it. Employees will be more efficient and better at their jobs if they are well-rested and rejuvenated. Remember it’s always better to allow your employee time off rather than trying to find a replacement.

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