Why Respect Is Key To Building A Thriving Workplace Culture
PeopleTek News, Thursday, December 12th, 2024
Building on last week's thoughts about motivators in the workplace we want to add one more: respect.
Respect, like trust, is not a given and it's something that needs to become a constant in our lives. As leaders, this in part means that we treat all colleagues, partners, and clients with respect regardless of their title, position, or the relationship we have with them. We listen, and we acknowledge what they have to share.
A recent Gallup poll reported that roughly 40% of U.S. employees feel respected at work; that means that 60% do not! Have you noticed signs in a wide variety of venues (ranging from doctor's offices, to restaurants, to small and large businesses) requesting their staff and employees be treated respectfully? Do we really need to be reminded? Apparently, we do!