From the course: Doing Good to Build a Profitable Business
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Using a positive perspective at work
From the course: Doing Good to Build a Profitable Business
Using a positive perspective at work
- The Dalai Lama said, "In order to create "a positive action, we must develop a positive vision." Positivity's an absolute job requirement, and for ultimate success, you, as a leader, must have the desire to be positive first. We all want to work in a place we enjoy, where we feel valued for what we contribute. No one wants to feel like they're toiling away at a job they dislike. The upside of a positive work culture is supported by science and company performance. A 2017 Forbes article by William Craig reported that positive work cultures led to happier employees, promoted collaboration, and inspired creativity. From a corporate standpoint, a positive perspective should be present in each level of engagement, from the way you answer a phone and sign an email to how you treat each other and greet clients and guests. In my company, when we onboard any new team member, we talk about the importance of answering the phone in a positive and upbeat way, and how they can often dictate a…
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