How to boost staff morale this January

Clare Louise December 11, 2021

Few things are harder than returning to work after a holiday. However, this feeling is at its peak in January. After a month of celebrating Christmas, New Year’s Eve, and other holidays, it’s time to return to work. To make matters worse, it gets dark in the afternoon and it’s always cold. It’s no wonder people are pretty grumpy at the office this time of year!

So, what can you do to boost morale in your workplace this January? Let’s find out!

Keep your Office Safe and Clean

An easy step that will please your staff and boost their productivity is to provide a clean workspace! Overseeing this yourself can be expensive and time-consuming, but enlisting the help of a London facilities management will make your life much easier.

They can clean your workspace and even provide security to give your staff greater peace of mind – all things your team will appreciate.

Food for Thought

Few things warm the heart like food, which is what makes it a great way to boost your office mood. Depending on the size of your team, and your budget, there are several ways you can do this. Perhaps you could try a few pizzas on Friday afternoon? Or another great idea is to provide some fruit in your kitchen on a weekly basis.

Say Thanks

Gratitude goes a long way in the workplace but is often overlooked. Showing your employees, they’re appreciated and thanking them for their efforts will certainly lift their spirits this January. This could simply be sending staff a thank you note out of the blue or perhaps acknowledging people in meetings in front of their peers. How you go about it is up to you, as long you make the gesture sincere.

Run a Competition

Some healthy competition is a sure-fire way to take people’s minds off the grim weather outside. Think about your team and their interests, and how to make it as inclusive as possible. Perhaps it could be a total-steps-achieved challenge amongst your various teams or a scavenger hunt on a quiet afternoon? Don’t be afraid to get creative and have some fun!

Host Team Events

Just because the festive season is over, it doesn’t mean people don’t want to get together. Hosting an event in January can help to lift peoples spirits and give them something to celebrate! It could something small in your office, or if you’ve got the budget, somewhere outside your workplace for some extra excitement.

Encourage Breaks

Eating at our desks is something we’ve all done one too many times. So, to ensure your staff are taking proper breaks, encourage them to eat away from their desks and recharge! You could try implementing an office-wide lunch hour or ensure you have an adequate break room or kitchen area.