Author Archives: Margy Bresslour
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7 Steps to Bring Values to the Center of Your Organization
Are the values of your organization living, breathing principles that all leadership and employees uphold? Or are they just words on a piece of paper? Your organization’s values – when consistently put into action – define the culture. When all members of the organization live the core values, the organization projects a brand of integrity […]
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Employees Who Feel Valued Add Value
“Employees who believe that management is concerned about them as a whole person – not just an employee – are more productive, more satisfied, more fulfilled. Satisfied employees mean satisfied customers, which leads to profitability.” —Anne M. Mulcahy We all want to feel valued and believe that we are of value to others. All of […]
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The Benefits of Being Present
Giving your full presence and undivided focus to the people in your life is a gift that benefits both you and the recipient. When we are fully and completely present in moments we share with others, we are genuinely communicating: “I’m interested in you – you matter to me.” Being present has many benefits, including […]
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The Importance of Appreciation in the Workplace (and beyond)
A US Department of Labor research study concluded that the number one reason people leave their jobs is that they don’t feel appreciated. When employees don’t feel valued for who they are or what they bring to the workplace, they disengage and often leave. Disengaged employees have a negative impact on the work environment. Turnover […]
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Overcoming Reluctance to Express Appreciation
Most of us experience a wonderful and rewarding feeling when someone recognizes us for a meaningful contribution we have made or for a special quality or characteristic we have. Most people enjoy that warm feeling that comes when we feel special – when we know that we matter. When we feel valued and appreciated, we […]
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7 Ways to Enhance the Human Side of Your Business Culture
We all want to know that we make a difference, that we have something to offer. I’ve been struck recently by someone near and dear to me who has entered work in the corporate world. He’s a highly motivated, bright and engaging individual with significant business experience and an MBA from a well respected university. […]
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Personal and Sincere
Most of us volunteer or donate in our personal lives, or go above and beyond in our work and friendships because we care. While we receive intrinsic rewards from our contributions, we feel valued and have a sense of belonging when we are openly appreciated for the contributions we make. We all want to know […]
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The Story Research Tells about Appreciation in the Workplace
Wouldn’t it be great if we loved our jobs! I hope you derive satisfaction and reward from your work, but research shows that’s not the norm. I’d like to walk you through some of the current research on the typical American workplace and employee dissatisfaction, and then share how we can improve. Employees in 2013: […]
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Sincere Appreciations Stem from a Genuine Feeling of Gratitude
Think of the last time someone gave you an appreciation for a quality or characteristic you have or an action you took. Many people feel a sense of well-being, fulfillment, or elation when they are appreciated. Employees tend to become more engaged, productive, and committed to the organization’s success when they receive appreciations in the […]
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Appreciating Diversity and Differences
One key to the development of strong and effective teams is the ability to appreciate the benefits of the differences each team member presents. Those differences can be confusing and frustrating and cause misunderstandings – OR – they can be illuminating, broaden our horizons, provide growth, and help us to gain new insights. The process […]
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