Part-time employees are an important part of most flower shop staffs, so it's important to keep them motivated to do quality work. Key goalsshould include helping part-time workers see that they have advancement opportunities and ensuring that they're treated like equals by your full-time staffers. Here are some tips to help you accomplish these goals.
Properly Orient Part-Time Employees.
Don't skimp on training just because they work part time. Clearly note who's empowered to give them assignments.
Assign A Mentor.
Your preferable mentor choice is a full-time employee who is patient, able to answer questions and willing to help part-timers feel they're part of the team.
Mix Up The Workload.
It's demoralizing to part-time employees to realize they've been hired to do all the "grunt" tasks. Instead, encourage part-timers to stretch their existing skills and develop new ones by evenly distributing mundane tasks among all your employees.
Eliminate Any Hard Feelings.
Full-time workers need to realize their jobs aren't being threatened, and that part-timers' extra help will actually make their jobs easier.
Offer Flexible Hours.
A little bending can help you retain good part-time employees and encourage them to grow as valuable staff members.
Offer Financial Incentives.
Part-timers should be included in any staff bonus programs you offer and afforded as many benefits as possible to reduce your risk of losing them and having to train new workers.
