{"id":21353,"date":"2022-12-06T15:59:17","date_gmt":"2022-12-06T15:59:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mailinvest.blog\/index.php\/2022\/12\/06\/support-a-culture-of-gratitude-and-improve-workplace-productivity\/"},"modified":"2022-12-06T15:59:17","modified_gmt":"2022-12-06T15:59:17","slug":"support-a-culture-of-gratitude-and-improve-workplace-productivity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mailinvest.blog\/index.php\/2022\/12\/06\/support-a-culture-of-gratitude-and-improve-workplace-productivity\/","title":{"rendered":"Support a Culture of Gratitude and Improve Workplace Productivity"},"content":{"rendered":"

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By Maria Geokezas<\/a>, Chief Operating Officer at Heinz Marketing<\/em><\/p>\n

It\u2019s that time of year, when we naturally think about what we are grateful for. But studies show the practice of gratitude translates to the workplace as well. In fact, building a culture of gratitude helps to ensure happier employees and healthier workplace relationships. And can even build greater career success and improve workplace productivity. But to do so requires practicing gratitude all year-round, not just at year-end when we are thinking about planning future initiatives or conducting employee performance reviews.<\/p>\n

First of all, let\u2019s be clear on what gratitude<\/a> is and isn\u2019t. There are all sorts of definitions of gratitude available via Google. The common thread of which is an awareness or recognition something positive is due in part to the efforts of others. It involves a humble dependence on others. Gratitude starts within an individual but it\u2019s contagious. It doesn\u2019t have to be spoken or written or delivered publicly to have a positive effect.<\/p>\n

Practicing gratitude can sometimes be at odds with business culture and workplace dynamics.\u00a0 But it shouldn\u2019t be.<\/p>\n

Why Successful Business Leaders Practice Gratitude<\/strong><\/h2>\n

According tot Robert Emmons<\/a>, the preeminent expert on gratitude, people who practice gratitude gain benefits personally and professionally. Individual benefits include:<\/p>\n