They’re typically only around for a short while, but that doesn’t make temporary employees any less important. While working for your company, they’re part of your team, so it’s important to build a relationship with them.
Not only are they representing your brand, but they’re also people you’re working alongside. Taking the time to get to know them will make their experience with your company more enjoyable and increase the quality of their work.
This is also important if you’re thinking of extending a full-time job offer at the end of their contract, because you want to learn as much about them as possible. Here’s some advice to help strengthen your bond with temporary workers.
Discover Their Ambitions
People take on temporary jobs for a variety of reasons. Find out what inspired your temporary employees to make this move, so you can assign them work that aligns with their goals for the future. Having the opportunity to learn and grow in the right direction will make them feel fulfilled and engaged, so they want to do their best work.
Show Gratitude
No one enjoys working for a boss who doesn’t appreciate them. Make your temporary employees feel valued by regularly thanking them for their efforts and letting them know how glad you are to have them on the team. This will inspire them to work hard each day because they know you’re watching and they don’t want to let you down.
Request Feedback
Show temporary employees you value their opinion by requesting feedback on their experience with your company. You can either meet with them individually to talk or send an anonymous survey if you think they won’t feel comfortable speaking up in person. You’ll learn what you’re doing well and where there’s room for improvement, and they’ll feel grateful you cared enough to ask for their thoughts.
Treat Them Like Part of the Team
Their employment is only short-term, but right now, temporary employees are part of your team. Make them feel included by treating them like everyone else. You’re probably not doing too many group activities right now, due to COVID-19, but include them on all team emails, virtual happy hours, and other happenings the rest of your employees are expected to participate in.
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