Want to be happier? Healthier? Get a better night’s sleep? No problem! Just be grateful for the things you have. A growing body of research suggests that feelings of gratitude can have lasting, beneficial effects on people’s mental and physical health. Studies have found that when people spend time focusing on the things that they’re(…)
Outside the office, we almost always thank the people who provide us with assistance. We thank the people who serve us food at restaurants, hold open doors for us, and pick up things that we’ve dropped. But when we’re working, that gratitude tends to disappear. In a survey of 2,000 Americans conducted by the John(…)
Studies have shown that one of the most effective ways for managers to improve employee morale, increase productivity, and boost employee retention is by expressing gratitude. Employees want confirmation that they’re doing a good job. They want to know that their efforts have been noticed and appreciated. Expressing gratitude in the workplace makes employees feel(…)
It’s great to give thanks – especially around the office! Research has shown that expressing gratitude in the workplace can result in the following positive effects: Makes employees feel valued Makes employees feel more confident Strengthens relationships Improves morale Increases productivity (employees who feel appreciated work harder and longer) So don’t wait for the Thanksgiving(…)