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Simple ways to keep staff before it is too late.
Proactive management is the best way to keep your staff.
Counter-offers are last minute and panicked. You can instead retain your talent with these methods.
Salary Increases
With happy candidates, you don’t need to exactly match their market value. People are reasonable and cash may be tight. If they’re on £40k and worth £45k, offer £42k with the £45k linked to future objectives. A bit of appreciation goes a long way.
Flexibility
Pay rise not in budget? This is free! Offer more flexibility. Accountants are deadline driven, a good accountant will still meet those deadlines. Flexibility in hours or working from home conveys trust and appreciation.
New Skills
This is especially useful to developing staff. Can you offer them a chance to get involved with something new and exciting? If there are there any projects coming up, can you get them in management meetings or let them mentor junior staff?
One-to-Ones
Criminally overlooked, one-to-ones are powerful! Book in a one-to-one every three to six months. You unearth problems before they grow and make people feel valued. Set clear growth objectives for the next six months, helping them see their future in your business.
Proactively retaining staff is cost effective, more efficient and better for everyone!
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