Injecting love into the workplace

For many of us, our workplace is our second home. We spend most of the day there. We have the power to create our own happiness by thinking positively about our work and the people around us.

I always love what I do, whatever it is. I tell myself how important it is, I feel gratitude for every day, for everyone I meet at work, for every experience I live. While not everyone deserves that, I do it for myself, not only for others.

I love my partner and family, but I also share and spread beautiful feelings of love to everyone around me. I make a concerted effort to bring peace and positive vibes to my workplace. I never allow the negativity of others to destroy my day or, even worse, my life!

A positive atmosphere leads to happiness in the workplace, satisfaction on the personal level and, consequently, leads to positive outcomes for the company. A company can only prosper when its employees are happy, believe in their company, share and reflect its values. As a business owner, I invest in team building, training, activities and socials that build collective memories.

At the end, this might not turn out to be your dream job, but try to make the best of it and love what you do until you do what you love. It is also helpful if you can give yourself some time to take up a hobby you enjoy and not get buried under the piles of paper on your desk or the open files on your laptop.

Love actions

• Love yourself

• Love your work

• Love your team

• Love your company

• Always spread love, care and respect!

Did you know?

Love is a not a word we often hear uttered in our office and meeting rooms, but did you know that it has a strong influence on workplace outcomes?

Workplace tips

• Respecting all colleagues

• Choosing words wisely and trying to avoid sounding bossy so you can get the best out of your team and thus building strong relationships based on respect and care

• Showing care by asking your team about how they are doing, about their kids or health — anything that shows care

• Building teams that work in harmony, allowing team spirit to evolve. Effective teams have members who care about each other and help each other perform

• Strengthening your relationship with your team

• Enjoying some out-of-the-office time. I never forget retreats and gatherings. Unofficial meetings spread joy, break the monotony of routine and enhance the relationship between employees and management

By Ghadeer Habash

Internationally Certified Career Trainer

Reprinted with permission from Family Flavours magazine