You Can Restructure Breaks More Effectively
Some employees feel like they can’t make it through the workday without a couple of short breaks and a midday break for lunch. Others say they’re most productive when they just power through without interruptions.
You might notice that some employees opt for eating lunch at their desks while they continue working and others take an hour lunch each day. The point of a break is that it’s re-energizing for your employees, and what some people find rejuvenating, others find distracting.
When you understand your employees’ needs, you can restructure breaks in a way that re-energizes them.
Get together with your HR manager and encourage everyone to take breaks as they see fit (within reason of course). Encourage solo breaks or small social breaks as they see fit.
Provide a suitable spot for some employees to take a solo break. This should be a place where they can regroup, organize their thoughts, and feel refreshed without interruption.
Set up another break area that is inviting to social interactions and gatherings.
When your employees are re-energized by their breaks, they’ll be more productive, efficient workers.