Employee Relations: Employee Retention

How to Train, Manage and Motivate Employees

Retaining employees is an ongoing effort. They require reinforcement, direction and recognition to grow and remain satisfied in their positions.

A key to success is practicing “motivational management,” which involves employees in planning and organizational goals. Such an experience creates an atmosphere in which employees feel they are heard and their ideas are appreciated.

Executives and other staff must also lead by example. Employees will feel more loyal and work harder if a positive example is set and if leaders measure up to the same expectations outlined for them.

Other effective tools for employee retention include:

• Performance Appraisals
• Professional Development
• Wage and Benefits Packages

Download a PDF (36K) for detailed information about employee retention tools.

Disclaimer

This material was developed for use by State and Local Association Executives. Some of the information may not be applicable to other audiences. This guide is intended to provide accurate and authoritative information with regard to the subject matter covered. Although every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of this information, the authors and editors of this guide cannot be responsible for any errors or omissions. This guide is not a substitute for legal or technical advice. Associations that need legal or technical advice should obtain opinions from their own legal or technical advisors.

Consulting Services Available from NAR Human Resources

Fee-based consulting services are available from NAR's Human Resources Department. For more information, contact Donna Garcia, Director Human Resource Services, at dgarcia@realtors.org, (312) 329-8311.