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As we head into winter 2013, brokers and other employers are being encouraged to consider how that pesky cold chill in the air can wreak havoc on employee motivation, engagement, and productivity – now is the time to energise your team and help them come to work with a spring in their step.
During winter people tend to spend more time indoors, get less exercise and see less of their friends – all in all, a recipe for disengagement at work. “Energising your employees during cooler months can be challenging [and] the weather can really take a toll on employee motivation,” Ben Thompson from HR consultancy EI said.
The cold season is a very real factor for employers to consider, and now is the time to heighten engagement efforts. According to EI, the following tips are practical reminders of what managers should be doing to mitigate the gloomy effects of shorter days and arctic chills: