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Diversity of thought is crucial for driving innovation and problem-solving. When we feel free to express our unique perspectives and ideas, it opens up new possibilities and approaches that may not have been considered otherwise. Authenticity encourages open communication and trust among team members. #diversity #team #leadership #authenticity #culture

To leaders who ask me how to get their teams to give their whole selves to work, I answer simply -- you don’t. An employee can be happy, engaged, invested, and productive while still having parts of themselves that are just for themselves and their out-of-work circles. I think the expectation of bringing your whole self began with a good premise that then took the wrong form as it settled into old paradigms. Over the last years -- at least in concept -- there has been heightened awareness that employees should not have to hide their identities and all the ways those identities manifest themselves in a workplace. Employers should create inclusive workplaces because it’s the right thing to do and because when you exclude you lose great people and create a really terrible environment for those who remain. And sometimes break the law to boot. So yes, employers should create environments that allow employees to bring their whole selves to work. But where this idea goes wrong is when that employer responsibility is conflated with an expectation that employees give all of who they are to their jobs. People generally can’t engage deeply and contribute fully at work if they don’t feel psychological safety, but people CAN do a really great job and be really engaged and CHOOSE to be private about their home lives. People can love the work they do and have a robust out-of-work life that they choose not to bring into the workplace. I have seen this time and again. Some people bring a lot of themselves into the workplace and are effective, and some people remain relatively private at work and are effective. I have seen no correlation beyond that workplaces that have room for both types of people – and the gradation in between – are the most effective. As I noted in a post I recently wrote about the problem with typical staff retreats (link in comments): Employees should 100% be able to bring their whole selves to work and 100% not required to.

Leaders play a crucial role in helping employees find meaning in their work. Go beyond simply stating your company's purpose. Here's how. Ask questions that spark reflection, such as, “When you think about the impact you want to have in the world, what within our purpose and work do you find most meaningful?”By individual aspirations to the larger purpose, you build a more engaged workforce. #Insperity's HR specialists can help create a company culture that keeps employees engaged and productive. #Purpose #EmployeeEngagement #HRThatMakesADifference https://lnkd.in/gY5DWbpU

Leaders play a crucial role in helping employees find meaning in their work. Go beyond simply stating your company's purpose. Here's how. Ask questions that spark reflection, such as, “When you think about the impact you want to have in the world, what within our purpose and work do you find most meaningful?”By individual aspirations to the larger purpose, you build a more engaged workforce. #Insperity's HR specialists can help create a company culture that keeps employees engaged and productive. #Purpose #EmployeeEngagement #HRThatMakesADifference https://lnkd.in/gpE6D2_s

Does your business strive to improve employee mentality? In this article, we explore the impact positive affirmations can have on your employees and the benefits they can bring to the working environment. https://lnkd.in/ezHSQQqp #ReedGermany #EmployeeWellbeing #PositiveAffirmations #WorkplaceCulture #EmployeeEngagement #MentalHealthAtWork 

Does your business strive to improve employee mentality? In this article, we explore the impact positive affirmations can have on your employees and the benefits they can bring to the working environment. https://lnkd.in/eSjQKv8N #ReedUSA #EmployeeWellbeing #PositiveAffirmations #WorkplaceCulture #EmployeeEngagement #MentalHealthAtWork

Does your business strive to improve employee mentality? In this article, we explore the impact positive affirmations can have on your employees and the benefits they can bring to the working environment. https://lnkd.in/eUCpFr2E #ReedPoland #EmployeeWellbeing #PositiveAffirmations #WorkplaceCulture #EmployeeEngagement #MentalHealthAtWork 

Does your business strive to improve employee mentality? In this article, we explore the impact positive affirmations can have on your employees and the benefits they can bring to the working environment. https://lnkd.in/ez-YkgZF #ReedUSA #EmployeeWellbeing #PositiveAffirmations #WorkplaceCulture #EmployeeEngagement #MentalHealthAtWork 

Does your business strive to improve employee mentality? In this article, we explore the impact positive affirmations can have on your employees and the benefits they can bring to the working environment. https://lnkd.in/ekPtjnG4 #ReedSingapore #EmployeeWellbeing #PositiveAffirmations #WorkplaceCulture #EmployeeEngagement #MentalHealthAtWork 

The full Workhuman study is a worthwhile read for anyone who is invested in the implications of positive feedback and recognition on workplace culture! This brief NPR audio is a great TLDR summary! #kudos #employeerecognition #gibsoncapital #workculture