Creating Respect In The Workplace
According to a recent study of American workers, civility is an important aspect of the workplace. In fact, over 60% of workers feel that their coworker’s incivility and annoying behaviors have a negative impact on the overall workplace. It is be beneficial when all team members demonstrate respectable behaviors.
Here are 10 tips to help you increase civility within your team:
Before acting, consider the impact of your words and actions on others.
Create an inclusive work environment, whether it is in an office setting or through video chats or conference calls. Only by recognizing and respecting individual differences and qualities can your organization fully realize its potential.
Self-monitor the respect that you display in all areas of your communications, including verbal, body language over video and especially listening. Be attentive and focused when speaking with someone and do not speak over someone who is speaking to you.
Be sure to show your appreciation when able. Many people can often feel underappreciated or undervalued. Showing appreciation to those who work hard and do well as well as giving respect and rewards is a great way to boost morale and productivity.
Understand your triggers or “hot buttons.” Knowing what makes you angry and frustrated enables you to manage your reactions and respond in a more appropriate manner.
Take responsibility for your actions and practice self-restraint and anger management skills in responding to potential conflicts. Adopt a more positive and solution-driven approach in resolving any conflicts.
Rely on facts rather than assumptions. Gather relevant facts, especially before acting on assumptions that can damage relationships.
Include others in your focus by considering their needs and avoiding the perception that you view yourself as the “center of the universe.”
View today’s difficult situations from a broader and more realistic perspective by considering what they mean in the overall scheme of things.
“Each one influence one” by becoming a bridge builder and role model for civility and respect. Act in a manner whereby you respect yourself, demonstrate respect for others and take advantage of every opportunity to be proactive in promoting civility and respect in your team.
