Friday 14 June 2013

Practically Speaking (Workplace Edition) - June 14, 2013

Words Of Affirmation
Words of Affirmation can easily be expressed in the workplace electronically—email, messaging, social media, or text. However, a hand-written note, card, or verbal affirmation may add a personal touch that feels a bit more meaningful to the recipient. Look for opportunities to give Words of Affirmation, not only for what people do, but for who they are.
 
Acts Of Service
True leadership requires a willingness to serve others—either one's customers or colleagues. If there is someone who appears frustrated or overwhelmed at work, ask them if you can be of assistance. Have a good attitude and help the way they want you to help, not just the way you think you should help. This is achieved by clarifying exactly how they want you to help before you begin.
 
Receiving Gifts
Sometimes it's not only the face to face gifts that make a difference—it's that you were thinking others that means something to a Gifts person. Maybe it's a snack you bring in for everyone, some fresh coffee to replace the stale brew in the break room, or some gift cards you distribute around the office to a local bakery. Discover ways you can brighten someones day through small and unexpected gifts, and you will make the Giftie a very happy colleague.
 
Quality Time
In the workplace, Quality Timers feel valued when you spend time with them. Take them to lunch, stop by their office to chat, invite them to a sporting event, or give them a call just to see how they are doing. It's important to make sure when spending time together you are not just there physically, but emotionally as well. Your attention and attitude will make a significant difference in how authentic they perceive your gesture.
 
Physical Touch
Appropriate is the key word. Appropriate Physical Touch can be a high five, handshake, pat on the back, or maybe even a fist bump. If you see a colleague who rarely expresses appreciation to others in these ways, you can safely assume that they probably wouldn't appreciate the gesture from you. Therefore, observe the people who are already expressing these types of gestures to others and mark them as those who would most likely appreciate a fist bump from you when the merger goes through.

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