Only 46% of Brits say thank you for help with a small task at work, finds Moonpig

Research from Moonpig found less than half of Brits always thanked a colleague for making a cup of tea (49%), and only 46% always said thanks for help with a small task at work. 

With 67% saying that being thanked was a key motivator, the lack of gratitude for daily tasks pointed to a missed opportunity for employee engagement.

While 80% said thank you to strangers for holding doors, people were half as likely to thank the colleagues they worked with every day.

Sarah-Jane Porter, global design & licensing director at Moonpig, said: “Appreciation is far more than just politeness in the workplace and works as a motivator, ensuring that employees feel valued. 

“With 67% of people feeling happier and more motivated when thanked, it’s shocking that courtesy within the workplace remains so low for certain acts of kindness. 

“Managers should ensure that they are promoting a workplace environment where employees feel appreciated and genuinely valued to not only boost morale but reduce staff turnover and burnout.”