Optimistic employees have been shown to demonstrate more engagement, higher productivity and lower levels of stress, all of which are factors good for business.

1. Boosting
Workforce
Positivity
Ragnar Horn
Harvard Business School

2. Optimistic employees have been shown to demonstrate
more engagement, higher productivity and lower levels
of stress, all of which are factors good for business.
Top Tips for
Boosting
Workforce
Positivity
Optimistic employees
have been shown to
demonstrate more
engagement, higher
productivity and lower
levels of stress, all of
which are factors good
for business. There are
several things employers
can do to promote
positivity in the workplace.
Gratitude
People naturally feel more
positive when they know
they are valued. Employers
can therefore boost
positivity in the workplace
by demonstrating gratitude
and thankfulness on a
regular basis. A quick
email to say thank you
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or stopping by someone’s desk to
complement them on their work can
go a long way.
Positive Messaging
The way we phrase things can make
an impact on how our messages
are received. Taking the time to
ensure messages are phrased
constructively, empoweringly,
encouragingly and with a personal
touch can make a real difference to
employee optimism.
Connecting
Developing positive relationships
is all about connecting, amongst
employees and also between
management and employees.
Organising social activities outside
of the work environment can be a
great way to deepen the bonds of
these relationships.

4. Ragnar Horn
A recent study from Harvard Business
School identified employee optimism as
one of the key assets for business leaders
looking to implement necessary change.
You can learn more about this report by
visiting the blog of Ragnar Horn.