{"id":89506,"date":"2023-11-11T10:29:02","date_gmt":"2023-11-11T15:29:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/danielschristian.com\/learning-ecosystems\/?p=89506"},"modified":"2023-11-11T10:29:46","modified_gmt":"2023-11-11T15:29:46","slug":"why-kindness-at-work-pays-off-swinand","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/danielschristian.com\/learning-ecosystems\/2023\/11\/11\/why-kindness-at-work-pays-off-swinand\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Kindness at Work Pays Off [Swinand]"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/hbr.org\/2023\/07\/why-kindness-at-work-pays-off\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Why Kindness at Work Pays Off<\/strong> <\/a>&#8212; from hbr.org by Andrew Swinand; via Roberto Ferraro<\/p>\n<p><strong><span class=\"summary-header font-bold\">Summary:<br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong>Whether you\u2019re just entering the workforce, starting a new job, or transitioning into people management, kindness can be a valuable attribute that speaks volumes about your character, commitment, and long-term value. Here are a few simple routines you can integrate into your everyday work life that will spread kindness and help create a culture of kindness at your organization.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Practice radical self-care.<\/strong> The best way to be a valuable, thoughtful team member is to be\u00a0disciplined about your own wellness \u2014 your physical, emotional, and mental well-being.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Do your job.<\/strong> Start with the basics by showing up on time and doing your job to the best of your ability. This is where your self-care practice comes into play \u2014 you can\u2019t do your best work without taking care of yourself first.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reach out to others with intention.<\/strong> Make plans to meet virtually or, even better, in person with your colleagues. Ask about their pets, their recent move, or their family. Most importantly, practice\u00a0active listening.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Recognize and acknowledge people.<\/strong> Authentic, thoughtful interactions show that you\u2019re thinking about the other person and reflecting on their unique attributes and value, which can cement social connections.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Be conscientious with your feedback.<\/strong> Being kind means offering feedback for the betterment of the person receiving it and the overall success of your company.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"><strong>\u201cWhen anxiety is high and morale is low, kindness isn\u2019t a luxury \u2014 it\u2019s a necessity. With mass layoffs, economic uncertainty, and geopolitical tensions, kindness is needed now more than ever, especially at work.\u201d<\/strong><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why Kindness at Work Pays Off &#8212; from hbr.org by Andrew Swinand; via Roberto Ferraro Summary: Whether you\u2019re just entering the workforce, starting a new job, or transitioning into people management, kindness can be a valuable attribute that speaks volumes about your character, commitment, and long-term value. 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