In June this year, Gallup published an article stating that only about “30 percent of workers are engaged in the workplace.” What this amounts to is that 3/10 of the workers are driving the business forward, and essentially carrying the other 7/10.
How unfair!
Have you thought about what keeps you at your job? Have you ever been frustrated by those who “don’t do their fair share?”
Having a friend at work can improve workplace engagement and contributes to more productive teams. Aside from having friends at work, do you ever offer to lend your co-workers a hand, or tell them good job for their hard work?
Whether or not you are a manager (although this is especially important if you are!), it is important to let people know they are doing a good job. Frequently. An article in Harvard Business Review identifies that the “Highest performing groups have a ratio of 5.6 positive comments to every 1 negative comment.”
Take action to improve your work situation by positively supporting the good behavior of your team: make friends with them, praise them publicly (Facebook anyone?), and often, and build the success and engagement of your team. Chances are, everyone will enjoy work a bit more.
