5 Fun Ways to Banish Negativity In The Workplace!
Did you know that 56% of employees blame workplace negativity for the dark circles under their eyes? It's like a bad stand-up routine – nobody's laughing, and everyone's feeling drained. But hold your applause, because we're about to unveil some strategies to turn that workplace frown upside down. In this article, we’ll share how to tackle workplace negativity with a hearty dose of humor, transforming your office into a smile-worthy environment that even the grumpiest colleague is proud to be part of.
1. Be Clear In Your Expectations
Imagine workplace expectations as a punchline – if it's not clear, it falls flat. To rescue your team from confusion-induced groans, set expectations like a well-timed joke. Regular check-ins, goal chats, and team pow-wows will have everyone singing the same comedic tune.
2. Encourage Open Communication
Think of open communication as the ultimate stand-up gig, with employees riffing on ideas and sharing anecdotes. Create a stage where voices can perform without fear of tomatoes. Arm your crew with communication skills to land punchlines and diffuse tension like seasoned comedians.
3. Celebrate Achievements With A Little Pizzaz
Ever seen negativity share the spotlight with confetti? Probably not – and that's the point. Elevate your team's achievements to comedy show levels, complete with dramatic drumrolls and virtual high-fives. Celebrate their victories with team karaoke sessions, or with hilarious emails. Instead of an employee wall of fame, create an employee walk of fame- think Hollywood Boulevard!
4. Cultivate A Culture Of Positivity
Picture this: you’ve got a workplace with coworkers high-fiving and cracking jokes like pros. Introduce improv games to solve company challenges, host office-focused trivia, or create motivational posters as a team. Those who laugh together, succeed together, so get your team giggling and having some fun.
5. Reject Negativity
When negativity crashes the party, it's time to unleash your inner bouncer. Discuss the non-negotiable behaviors you have established and set disciplines around them. When people know what’s allowed and what’s not, they are less likely to cross the line over to the dark side.
Workplace dynamics are challenging, but with a dash of humor, you can rewrite the script and turn your office into a place people will love.
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About Betsy: Featured on FOX, CBS, NBC, and ABC, Betsy Allen-Manning is a leadership keynote speaker, workplace culture expert, and best-selling author who helps executives and HR leaders strengthen employee engagement, improve retention, and prepare for the future of work. Betsy’s thought leadership and original research in the National Workplace Trends Study and the Destination Workplace™ framework equips organizations with data-driven strategies to build cultures where people apply, engage, contribute, and stay. She is also the founder of an award-winning company known for providing top leadership training in Dallas, and is recognized for advancing leadership excellence and driving workplace culture transformations worldwide.
