What Causes Low Productivity at Work?

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Have you noticed a decrease in productivity at work? Do your employees seem sluggish or slow to complete their work within the proper time frame? Here are some of the most popular causes for decreased productivity in the work place so you can keep an eye out for them.

CYBER SLACKING

Cyber slacking is becoming an increasingly enormous reason for reduced productivity in the work place. Nearly every place of employment has Internet access these days. Office buildings are especially susceptible to cyber slacking. Those who become bored with their task at hand click onto the Internet to chat, play games, or surf for a “few” minutes. Those few minutes can lead to twenty or thirty-minute (or more!) cyber breaks, which can put a serious dent in time management.

CELL PHONES

Cell phones are extremely hazardous to effective time management on the job. Not only do cell phones create time delays, but they can be as equally dangerous because they divert the person’s attention. Most employers are beginning to change their policies to include sections that forbid their employees to talk on their cell phone during normal business hours.

TIREDNESS

Long hours with little or no breaks will inevitably lead to tired employees. It’s no surprise that working longer hours will lead to a huge decline in productivity. If you need employees to work extra hours, request volunteers for the job. Make it worth their while. Encourage frequent breaks, including stretch sessions for those sitting at desks for extended periods of time.

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