06 Explain how providing good social facilities at work could improve motivation. [8]

[Sir Afzal Shad]

06 Explain how providing good social facilities at work could improve motivation. [8]

[KN] One way is by helping to satisfy the social needs (level 3 of Maslow), need for friendship & team work

[KN] Another way is by improving communication using clear levels of hierarchy & breaking down barriers.

Possible Structure:
KN >> APP >> AN >> AN+
KN >> APP >> AN >> AN+

[Shuraim Arif]

(KN) Providing good social facilities at work improves employee well being
(APP) For example, if the employees of a textile company are provided with good social services, it would mean that employees would get a chance to relax and reduce stress during breaks, which improves their overall mental and physical health.
(AN) This would mean that there would be a far less rate of absenteeism, leading to increased productivity and efficiency within the business, meaning more customers' demands would be satisfied, leading to an increased number of satisfied and loyal customers.
(AN+) Seeing how their work is leading to positive results, employees would become a lot more motivated, aiming to work harder and get recognized, gradually moving up Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs.
(KN) Providing good social facilities at work also encourages teamwork and builds better relationships.
(APP) For example, if the employees of the same textile business are provided with a place to interact informally such as a lounge or a cafeteria, it would help them to interact with fellow employees and build friendships.
(AN) When these friends are assigned a common group task later on, there would be a noticeable improvement in the teamwork. Furthermore, stronger social bonds lead to higher morale, which makes employees more committed to the organization.
(AN+) Becoming more committed to the organization would increase output and give a sense of belonging to the employees, leading to an overall happier and healthier work environment where people work together to carry out tasks rather than leg pulling or hatred out of jealousy.

[Tuqwa]

KN:providing good social facilities such as a staff lounge or sports area helps employees meet their social needs for friendship and teamwork.
APP:forexample workers in a factory who can relax and interact in a common room during breaks may build stronger relationships.
AN:this creates a sense of belonging and improves teamwork as employees feel part of a supportive group.
AN+:as a result motivation and job satisfaction increase leading to better cooperation and higher productivity.

KN:social facilities can also improve communication between employees and managers by breaking down formal barriers.
APP:forinstance if a company cafeteria allows managers and workers to eat together it encourages open discussions and better understanding.
AN:this helps employees feel valued and heard reducing tension and increasing trust.
AN+:therefore better coommunication can lead to a more positive work environment motivating employees to perform at their best.

[Ayaan Fayaaz]

KN: Good social facilities like gyms or relaxation areas can help employees reduce stress and feel more balanced.
APP: For example, an office with a small gym or lounge allows staff to unwind after long hours of work.
AN: This improves their mental and physical health, making them more energized and focused during working hours.
AN+: As a result employees feel happier and more motivated to perform well, which can increase overall productivity and reduce absenteeism.

KN: Social spaces allow employees from different departments to interact and work together informally.
APP: For instance a tech company with shared coffee areas might find that designers and programmers exchange creative ideas during breaks.
AN: This builds a stronger team spirit and helps develop trust and cooperation across the business.
AN+: Consequently employees become more engaged share knowledge more freely and feel motivated to contribute to collective goals.

[Mamoona Hussain]

KN: Providing good social facilities can give them a sense of belonging.
APP: A mew employee at a food manufacturing company may adopt quickly if they are able to talk to people there.
AN: Due to this they may work harder to be recognized and they will have sense of responsibility. This will help them become efficient and improve their overall performance. This increases their chances of promotion.
AN+: Due to this, their purchasing power will increase and they will be able to improve their living standards.
KN2: These social facilities also help provide a clear path/medium of communication within the organization.
APP: For instance, if that new recruit can communicate their problems directly with the manger and can get direct orders from them then their overall performance and output quality will improve.
AN: Due to this they will become loyal to the company/plant. Due to this repeated performance they will become an expert at their job, which enables them to charge higher salaries/wages.
AN+: The company may also grant them other (fringe) benefits like free medical or a membership in club etc, which helps them to maintain work-life balance.

[Abdul Hadi]

KN: Providing good social facilities at work allows the company to have a more relaxed workforce.
APP: for example, a company providing social benefits to it's employees allows the employees to develop a sense of belongingness and are more relaxed and ready to perform any task given to them.
AN: this allows the company to increase productiveness of the company and allows it to compete in overall markets on the basis of their better quality and productiveness. Moreover a company providing social facilities allows the employees to have a piece of mind which reduces the absentee rate of the employee.
AN+: A company providing social facilities allows it's employees to be recognized and so increases their living standards in the long term.

[shamaim shakeel]

KN)
One way good social facilities can improve motivation is by meeting the social needs of employees this is level 3 in Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, where workers want friendship, teamwork, and a sense of belonging.

(APP)
For example, a company like Google provides staff cafes, sports areas, and team lounges where employees can relax and interact during breaks. These facilities help workers make friends and build stronger relationships with their colleagues.

(AN)
Firstly, this creates a friendly and supportive atmosphere, making employees feel part of a team.
Secondly, when workers feel connected, they communicate better and share ideas more easily.
Thirdly, this teamwork makes the workplace more enjoyable and increases cooperation in daily tasks.

(AN+)
As a result, motivation improves because employees feel valued and emotionally supported. When workers enjoy being with their team, they are likely to stay longer, work harder, and contribute more to business success.

Point 2: Improving communication and teamwork

(KN)
Another way social facilities improve motivation is by encouraging better communication and breaking down barriers between workers and managers.

(APP)
For instance, in a company like Apple, open lounges or shared dining spaces allow managers and staff from different departments to talk freely and share ideas. This reduces the feeling of strict hierarchy and helps everyone feel included.

(AN)
Firstly, open communication builds trust and understanding between staff and management.
Secondly, employees feel their opinions matter, which increases confidence and job satisfaction.
Thirdly, it helps solve work problems faster since people can discuss issues openly and find solutions together.

(AN+)
In the long run, this creates a positive work culture where employees feel respected and listened to. When workers feel part of the decision-making process, their motivation and loyalty to the business both increase leading to higher productivity and lower staff turnover.

[Arham Qadri]

[KN] By giving the employees break rooms and canteen so that the employee can relax and build friendship.
[APP] For example if a factory provides a comfy break room or free tea the workers would return motivated.
[AN] Hence this would increase productivity. The employees will focus mainly on their tasks.it may also increase sales so increasing profit generation.
[AN+] Also it would create loyalty with customers

[KN] It can also improve communication between the employees and the owner.
[APP] For example during the employee's brake time he can eat with the owner and do some discussions which may improve the communication between the two.
[AN] This may lead to good relation between the employees and the owner; it may also lead to job security and may improve the brands image.
[AN+] It may also lead to increase sales.

[Abdullah Mohsin]

[KN] Providing rest areas allows employees to interact with each other.
[APP] For example, workers in a car manufacturing business like Toyota can rest and interact with other employees, helping build stronger relationships.
[AN] This helps employees blend different ideas and create unique features for Toyota to provide as optional features, adding value to their vehicles, which allows them to increase prices and earn higher profits.
[AN+] Furthermore, this can help the company become more competitive in the market, allowing it to increase sales and market share easily.

[KN] Social facilities also show that the business values its employees’ well-being, which increases morale and loyalty.
[APP] For instance, if Toyota offers gyms or recreation rooms, employees feel the company cares about their physical and mental health.
[AN] This reduces stress and fatigue, allowing workers to stay motivated during long shifts.
[AN+] Over time, the business benefits from reduced staff turnover and higher overall efficiency.