You might think this notion is appalling, but from where I sit it occurs to me that many employees are often treated worse than their bosses dog, or at least they feel like they are.

 

Praise

 

Praise is important in dogs as well as employees, think of how many times you say to your dog “good dog”. Even if your dog only hears “good dog” once a day, or once a week, that is more than some employees hear it ever. Praise makes nearly everyone feel better about themselves and the job they are doing. It reinforces the notion that they are valuable and when people feel they are valued they work harder. Some employers feel no need to offer praise since they themselves may not hear it, nonetheless if they are able to praise their dog, they can praise their employees.

Gracie in her chair by ktylerconk.

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Attention

 

We always give attention to our dogs, we notice when they need to go out, we pat them when they are near. Some people are heard to say to their dog “Hey boy, how are you doing?” They take note if their dog is not doing well and act accordingly, hopefully taking the dog to the vet. Few employers care about their staff on a human level and seldom take the time to pay attention to those they feel are below them. Employers will even demand employees leave their home life at home, creating a very impersonal, and cold working environment. Would it really damage business if an employer were to ask their employee how they are doing and actually give a damn about the answer? We do it for our dogs all the time.

spoiled dogs by normanack.

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Treats

 

Dog owners throw their dogs a bone every now and again, they offer treats, often without reason, goodies given “just because”. Sadly in the work world people have to earn a bonus and treats are not given out without reason. Employers should take note and give out random treats to their employees for no other reason than being loyal, just like our beloved canine companions.

Gigi Hugs by greeblie.