People skills motivate you at the work place

 

MARCH 18, 2011 Friday  Improve Your Work Life by Connecting with Others Workers report higher rates of disengagement at work than ever before. Coworkers who work in different countries, locations, or even in the same building can go weeks without face-to-face contact. And the recession has created an environment of fear, anxiety, and mistrust. Positive work relationships have been shown to increase productivity, engagement, and commitment. Create meaningful relationships at work so that you look forward to joining your colleagues every day. Small talk may be annoying, but it lays the foundation for connection. Reach out to coworkers: ask them questions about their lives. Be appreciative of everyone from the maintenance worker to the receptionist. Most importantly, be genuine in these interactions. If you're fully present, these relationships will pay off. Today's Management Tip was adapted from "Managing Yourself: What Brain Science Tells Us About How to Excel" by Edward M. Hallowell.