3 ways to ace planning for a productive peak season

Not to mention, holiday fatigue can be more prevalent in your employees. This can manifest in different ways: always being late, increased absences, anxiety attacks (i.e. difficulty breathing), task errors, and difficulty concentrating. It takes a great amount of preparation to avoid these instances. 

Here are some ways you can ace planning for a productive peak season for your organization. 

Tip 1: Have scheduled check-ins 

Remember that the most wonderful time of the year can also be a stressful time for many. Show your people that you care amid the busyness. Schedule an in-person or virtual touchpoint to check in on your teams on any work concerns they may have or any suggestions for a successful peak season without the risk of burnout. 

Then, use the information you get from these check-ins to know how to support your teams better. 

Tip 2: Hire additional hands

Don’t look at outsourcing temporary workers as a negative expense. View it as a strategy to keep your talent thoroughly engaged and productive on core tasks that directly drive revenue. 

For instance, hire project-based admin support for additional paperwork or temporary customer service representatives to handle the influx of concerns.

Tip 3: Allow more flexibility 

A Stanford study found that employees who worked from home were 13% more productive and had improved work satisfaction than their counterparts. This goes to show that the location where one works doesn’t really matter. 

It’s the output that matters. Reduce wasted time and unnecessary stress from the commute. Moreover, also consider offsets and reduced hours for your team to recharge.

Plan your corporate holiday gifting early

Don’t wait until the last minute to get your Christmas gifting requirements in order. Trust us, you’d want to save yourself from unnecessary stress. 

add Pluxee R&R as long-term engagement to the last portion to motivate employees and thank them for their work. Christmas gifting can be short-term

With the ber months in full swing, it’s easy to get caught up in the busyness of business. A bit of planning and effort goes a long way. Book a free consultation from our dedicated Account Managers for all your yuletide gifting needs. 

Pro-tip: Engage your employees long-term

Remember that motivating your employees should not just be a one-time big-time event. It's about making appreciation a habit like thanking them for their hard work even on smaller-scale projects. Valuing your people's contributions now can boost their morale in the long run. 

Drive employee engagement and retention with our holistic Rewards and Recognition platform. Know more here.

With the right planning and strategies in place, your team can stay focused, energized, and efficient—even during the busiest time of the year. By preparing early, streamlining processes, and supporting your people, you set your business up not just to meet peak season demands, but to exceed them.