01/04/2023
How To Behave With Domestic Workers.
It is a simple rule to treat your maids the way you want to be threatened by your boss or high-authorities; treat them the way you would like to be treated by fellow humans
Let's dig deep to make things more comprehensive.
1) Treat Your Maid With Respect
It is against nature to disrespect the workers, talk impolitely, still desiring them to work at the maximum level. One compliment and a gentle pat on your maid's back will cast magical wonders on her; her motivational level will go high up the skies.
Certainly, no need to compromise on the work quality; still, you are supposed to call her respectfully by her name, address her like a family member, take care of her basic needs, give her the food that you eat, and let her live at a cozy place; be gentle to her as she has left her family to serve you. Instead of shouting, reprimanding, or condescending, set some obvious rules, and give her sufficient time for adjustment.
Your courtesy mutually benefited, as your use of please, sorry, thanks will represent how big heart you contain and how educated and mannerable you are; meanwhile, your courtesy will be instilled in your kids.
2) Be Kind And Compassionate
Kindness creates goodwill in people, and it never goes unrewarded. Try to owe your maids with compassion and kindness as it is essential to forging a strong relationship.
Talk calmly yet firmly, as it is a brilliant way to address the subordinate, make your maid realize that her substandard work will not be acceptable at all. But keep in mind, maids have problems too, and they fall ill, get accidents, face misfortune tho; hence, be aware of her situation, be compassionate and keep helping her.
Your pennies can not balance her hard work and dedicated time!
3) Ensure The Maid Is Not Overworked
It is a fact that you hire your maid to reduce your domestic burden, but don't pile too much work as she needs to look after her family too. Paying someone doesn't mean you are buying them; if you can't handle all your domestic chores, don't expect that poor soul to do so.
Overwork and burden can make your maid sick, or there are possibilities she will leave the job, and eventually, you and your domestic work will be affected. There is a straightforward solution, hire more maids or divide the duties by assigning certain domestic tasks.
4) Communicate Appropriately
Communicate your house helpers very clearly as it is a key to professionalism. Be clear yet precise in your instructions, communicate with her appropriately, and assign her the tasks priorly. Communicate with your workers and ask them about their family members and ask some essential details, so you could help them when the need arises.
5) Develop Trust
Whether you have a part-time helper or a full time, develop a degree of trust between you and your maid. It never means to trust her blindly, but treat her well and let her know that you trust her like other members of the house; in this way, she will be happy and satisfied.
6) Appreciate On Her Hard Work
Appreciation is a token, and your few words are enough to buck the workers up and to make their day. The encouragement can also be demonstrated through gestures, monetary bonuses, or presets.
Your every little action may be giving her a day off from her daily routine as it will elevate your domestic helper's morale.
Thanks for taking your time to read this piece.
With gratitude 🙏