Creating
a positive workplace is critical to a company's success. Most people who have
experience working in an office have seen firsthand the difference between one
that has a positive environment and one that doesn't. A positive work
environment has a better productivity rate, happier workers overall, better
morale, and a lower turnover rate.
There
are a number of things that can contribute to a more positive working
environment.
Set the example
The
example you set in the office will have a ripple effect on your employees
whether positive or negative. You can make a positive impact daily by remaining
in a good mood and keeping a positive, optimistic outlook at all times. Don't
blame others or complain about things you don't have any control over, and
don't be vocal about your gripes or annoyances. This kind of attitude and
example will spread to your employees and soon create a negative atmosphere in
the office.
Don't dwell on the
negatives
Mistakes
are inevitable. Deadlines are missed, typos are made, and plans are botched. If
these things are happening on a regular basis, then it is important to call
attention to the problem and fix it. However, don't dwell on mistakes. Doing so
can bring down the overall motivation of the office. Instead, focus on how they
can be fixed and how to prevent them in the future. It's important also, when
reprimanding or pointing out something negative, to preface and end on a
positive note.
Foster good communication
skills
You
can make a positive impact daily by taking the time to communicate with and
recognize your employees. Don't rely solely on email and phone calls to conduct
the majority of your business and correspondence with your employees as well as
your customers where possible. Instead, drop by offices and cubicles. Face to
face interaction can have a more positive, personal effect than just emails or
phone calls.
Set Goals and
Deadlines
The
greatest keys in helping people to become self-motivated are clear goals, a
sense of purpose and urgency and challenge. These elements provide a feeling of
accomplishment, the "Wow I did it!" feeling. People thrive on
challenge and this will drive the positive attitudes in the workplace that you want.
Promote
Respectfulness
Job
titles may mean that there is a certain order to control and responsibility,
but that doesn't mean someone with a lesser job title is any less important.
Respect each individual for what they bring to the organization. Success and
positive attitudes in the workplace are created when the entire team respects
the value of each position and the diversity of thinking, talents, styles and
experience each person brings.
Create Team Spirit
One
of our basic human needs is to feel we belong to something bigger than
ourselves, and for many people that need is met by being part of a supportive
work group. Encourage an attitude of cooperation rather than competition. This
unity will help your team members feel valued and that they belong. As a result
they will want to be at work, your team will function smoothly, and your unit
will be better able to carry out the missions and goals of your organization.
Continue Learning and
Trying Out New Ideas
Encourage
your organization to promote the importance of learning at work as a value. A
culture of learning promotes both formal and informal learning, It acknowledges
that employees need opportunities to try out newly learned skills and that
mastery or competence takes time. It’s possible that creating a culture of
learning will reduce resistance to change, because change is an inevitable part
of learning and performance improvement. A positive environment promotes
learning.
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