It’s hard to believe it, but July is already drawing to a close. The end of 2016 will be here before you know it, so now is the time to make sure your team is on track to meet year-end goals. You set some pretty ambitious objectives for the year, but it certainly isn’t anything your talented employees can’t achieve.

If you haven’t already done so, gather your team together to review progress made towards your goals thus far and create a plan to push forward for the rest of the year. Use these tips to keep your hardworking employees motivated for the next five months, so you can end 2016 on a celebratory note.

Offer an Incentive

Incentives are always a great way to boost productivity levels, because people are willing to work extra hard for something they really want. Great incentives come at all price points, so choose something your company can afford — cash bonus, gift card, extra vacation day, super fun holiday party, etc. — and offer it up if every objective is met by the end of the year.

Share End Goals

As a company leader, you know how meeting 2016 goals fits into the big picture, but most of your employees probably aren’t privy to this information. Whether it means your company will rise to the top of its market or you’ll be in a position to start a new product line, inspire your team to work their hardest by explaining the greater significance of achieving these goals

Recognize Great Work

No one expects daily compliments for doing their job, but when someone goes out of their way to exceed expectations, be sure to recognize their efforts. From an employee’s perspective, it’s always disappointing to push yourself and feel like your hard work goes unnoticed. Motivate people to do their best work by making it clear their contributions are appreciated.

Lead by Example

It’s hard for employees to take your speeches about finishing 2016 with success seriously if you don’t put in any extra effort yourself. Your team looks to you for guidance, so if you’re constantly slacking off, they’re going to follow suit. Encourage them by rolling up your sleeves and working extra hard right beside them to make it clear success is a team effort.

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