The study of Organizational Positive Scholarship, Positive Psychology, and Neuroscience, have all contributed to a deeper understanding of the importance of trust, respect and civility in the workplace. Trust is what makes us feel understood. It’s what allows work groups to get along and it supports our belief in people, organizations, and causes. Respect, civility, and trust in the workplace are the foundations of employee engagement, productivity, cooperation and collaboration. In the fast paced and complex environment of organizations today, these tenets are critical for an efficient, successful and results driven team. Disrespectful behavior is disruptive at best and can lead to significant stress, anxiety, and depression for an individual and often one’s coworkers.
This session highlights 8 ‘best-practice’ foundations for a positive organization. It speaks to several of the 13 standards set out by the Mental Health Commission of Canada known as the National Standard of Canada for Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace (the Standard).
Small groups work together to discuss what they know, how they apply these practices, and ideas for successful implementation going forward. Topics covered include engagement, communication, the impact of unconscious bias and why positive interpersonal relationships are good for business.
In this session participants will:
- Understand the meaning and role of trust and respect in the workplace
- Discuss 8 qualities that are foundational to a “Positive Organization.”
- Know how incivility can impact one’s physical and mental health
- Apply techniques to rebuild trust when there is a problem or misunderstanding
- Identify an action plan to develop and/or sustain behaviours that foster and support trust, respect and civility in the workplace