Gratitude – Pass It On!

Those on the receiving end of gratitude are nearly twice as likely to be highly engaged and over four times more likely to be happy at work, according to the workhuman IQ 2021 survey report.

53% say they would stay at their organization longer if they felt more appreciation for their work. 

Here's a quick tip: "Be laser-focused when giving acknowledgement." (Source) Reference specific actions and qualities rather than offering a generic  "thank you".

"In its simplest form, an expression of gratitude costs nothing and only requires minimal time and attention."  Jonathan H. Westover, Ph.D  

 "Start by cultivating gratitude for the little things" and other tips for cultivating gratitude. The Attitude of Gratitude

"Evidence suggests that gratitude and appreciation contribute to the kind of workplace environments where employees actually want to come to work and don’t feel like cogs in a machine." Kira M. Newman

"When we lose sight of the positive and focus on the negative, we’re more likely to treat our colleagues poorly. "  Lauren R. Locklear, Shannon G. Taylor, and Maureen L. Ambrose

Gratitude Journal: 66 Templates, Ideas, and Apps for Your Diary (positivepsychology.com) 

The Remote Workplace Needs Recognition Rituals Too (gallup.com) 

• There's a reason we need to focus on Gratitude. Read about the Negativity Bias - The Decision Lab
• Giving Thanks at Work - an HBR Guide
• The Importance of Gratitude in Organizations - Psychology Today
• How Gratitude Changes You and Your Brain
• The Gratitude Project [Book]

• Start with Gratitude
• 100 Days of Believing Bigger  (Faith-based)