New research shows that happiness is abundant for those working in small businesses. In fact, 75% of small business employees are very or extremely satisfied working in a small company, according to a study conducted by Aflac.
Perhaps surprising to some, happiness is not necessarily based on salary, but on finding true value and meaning in day-to-day work. Other benefits that keep employees happy in their jobs at small businesses include respect and gratitude from employers and seeing the fruits of their labor up close.
But a great work environment only goes so far. Seventy-two percent of survey respondents said that an improvement in benefits offerings would make them happier employees, suggesting that there are real and concrete ways in which small businesses can enhance employee satisfaction. To learn more, visit aflac.com/happy.
Happy employees do better work, and companies looking to boost morale should understand that job satisfaction is multifaceted.
Source: StatePoint