Research shows that workplace-related stress leads to an increase of nearly 50% in voluntary turnover. That’s why part of having a successful business is keeping employee morale high. One way to achieve this is by treating your staff to a fun activity or outing. Whether it be a monthly or weekly occurrence, a happy hour at a restaurant to enjoy appetizers and drinks will have an impressive effect on your business as a whole. 

How Happy Hour Can Benefit Your Employees

1. Showing You Care

When you take the time to plan a company outing, it shows your employees that you care not just about the work they do, but about them as people. They will appreciate the gesture and have more of a personal incentive to go the extra mile at work. When an employee views their place of business in a positive light, it benefits not only their productivity, but also their mood on a day-to-day basis. 

2. Socializing 

Employees may not have time to get to know one another while they’re focused on other tasks throughout the day. Hosting happy hour at a restaurant gives them an opportunity to share more about their personal lives and interests. Building these relationships outside the office will improve communication inside the office. 

3. Celebrating the Highlights 

Whether you run a sales organization that just hit a monthly quota or your advertising agency landed a new client, there are a wealth of reasons to celebrate both your employees and their hard work. Happy hour at a restaurant is a time for employees to take a step back, take pride in what they accomplished, and raise a toast to those who helped contribute to the win. Your efforts will make individuals feel recognized, appreciated, and motivated to continue working with your company. 

When choosing a restaurant to take your employees to for happy hour, you should opt for one with delectable appetizers that are meant to be shared. Beffa’s has been a cornerstone of the St. Louis, MO, food scene for over a century. This family-owned establishment boasts a relaxing atmosphere and live music on the weekends. You can enjoy all of this and more after their grand reopening the first week of July 2019. Call them at (314) 698-7669 to learn more about the reopening or their lunch and dinner menu.