5 Ways to Building Harmonious Employer-Employee Relationships with Foreign Domestic Helpers

Many Foreign Domestic Helpers’ employers have their own job as employees, thus they must know the importance of a positive employer-employee relationship. If employers consistently communicate with their Foreign Domestic Helpers(FDHs) in a negative manner, fail to appreciate their efforts, and engage in criticism without recognition, employees are likely to become disheartened, demotivated, as a result, their productivity may decrease, or may even consider resigning. The same principles apply when dealing with FDHs, with the distinction that they are live-in employees, moreover, they have left their home countries to work in Hong Kong, often with different linguistic and cultural backgrounds. Hence, it's crucial to treat them as we would like to be treated. Below are some insights on interacting with Foreign Domestic Helpers: