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The Best Perks That Forward Thinking SC Companies Are Offering
Throughout South Carolina, remote work is changing the forms that workers' benefits take. Understanding what workers want is what you need.
Now that a huge proportion of South Carolinian workers have shifted - or are shifting - to a remote style of work, adjustments have been made. As a local small business owner, there is a feeling of struggle as employees become more distant, and companies look for reasons that employees should stay on. Many of the best benefits that business owners offer employees are typically office-related - an office gym space, snacks - things that keep them happy at the workplace. But what about when their workplace is also their home? Read on for some ideas on what benefits you can offer your remote employees.
Professional Development
Workers want to be invested in. They want to know that their prospects are being improved, and business owners can develop a lot of loyalty by offering professional development - in addition to boosting your own prospects through your employees. Offer to help cover, or pay for entirely, professional training programs, conferences, or other courses.
Health and Well-being
Here in Greenville, mental health has been difficult to manage this year. Between the pandemic and the major life shifts that have been required because of it, many people are struggling to keep their chin up. For instance Buffer, the software company, provides kindles, sleep-monitoring devices, and other small options to help their employees stay on top of general mental health.
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Keep the Snacks Flowing
Home delivery services have enjoyed a Renaissance of sorts, and many have even begun offering business plans. Some meal service providers are offering discounts or packages to businesses, who can then provide their employees with access to easy meal options. Or you could look into the many snack subscription boxes which are offering deals.
Home Office Stipend
This is the most major and perhaps most common benefit to offer remote employees. The cost of living in the area is what it is. Today, home-workers have seen their internet and electricity bills have skyrocketed as they are required to use their own services. Offering to cover a portion of utilities needed is a fantastic way to show that you still help provide a workspace to your workers - even if the space is theirs.