The report says that 62% of employees feel happier when their efforts are appreciated. (representative)

Mumbai:

Recognition from senior leaders and openness in the workplace are the most important factors in fostering a positive workplace culture, with 63 percent of employees stressing the value of recognition from management, a report said Thursday.

More than 63 percent of employees surveyed said they value recognition from management, indicating that it also plays a key role in boosting morale, according to a report by global job site Indeed.

The report showed that 62 percent of employees said they feel happier when their efforts are appreciated by their team, and 58 percent emphasized the importance of having their opinions and ideas welcomed by their direct colleagues, the report added.

These forms of validation and inclusion help build trust and contribute to a more supportive and collaborative work environment, empowering employees to thrive, the report added.

“It’s clear that recognition and a safe and open environment are at the heart of a thriving workplace. Employees want to feel that their voices are heard and that their contributions matter. Companies that make recognition and inclusion central to their culture will be better positioned to attract, retain and inspire a motivated workforce Addressing these areas is not only good for employee well-being, “it’s good for business,” commented the head of sales Indeed India, Sashi Kumar.

The report is based on interviews with 3,005 people across the country, of which 30% were C-Suite executives and 70% were employees.

It also revealed that an open environment that values ​​creativity increases satisfaction and helps manage stress at work.

Almost 64% of employees said their companies promote creative thinking, helping them feel more connected, while 61% valued the freedom to express themselves openly, feeling more engaged in workplaces that encourage sharing ideas and inclusion, according to the report.

By encouraging open communication, recognizing achievements and encouraging creativity, companies can deepen employees’ connection to their roles and cultivate a thriving workplace culture, he noted.

ip, indicating it also plays a key role in boosting morale, said a report by global job site Indeed.

The report found that 62 percent of employees said they feel happier when their efforts are appreciated by their team and 58 percent emphasized the importance of having their opinions and ideas welcomed by their direct colleagues, the report added.

These forms of validation and inclusion help build trust and contribute to a more supportive and collaborative work environment, empowering employees to thrive, the report added.

“It’s clear that recognition and a safe and open environment are at the heart of a thriving workplace. Employees want to feel that their voices are heard and that their contributions matter. Companies that make recognition and inclusion central to their culture will be better positioned to attract, retain and inspire a motivated workforce Addressing these areas is not only good for employee well-being, “it’s good for business,” commented the head of sales Indeed India, Sashi Kumar.

The report is based on interviews with 3,005 people across the country, of which 30% were C-Suite executives and 70% were employees.

It also revealed that an open environment that values ​​creativity increases satisfaction and helps manage stress at work.

Almost 64% of employees said their companies promote creative thinking, helping them feel more connected, while 61% valued the freedom to express themselves openly, feeling more engaged in workplaces that encourage sharing ideas and inclusion, the report says.

By encouraging open communication, recognizing achievements and encouraging creativity, companies can deepen employees’ connection to their roles and cultivate a thriving workplace culture, he noted.

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