Exercise: positive versus negative language
What’s the ratio of positivity to negativity in your workplace?
How you communicate can make or break team dynamics. Imagine the impact if your team members felt consistently valued, heard, and respected. On the flip side, too much negativity can lead to disengagement, conflict, and turnover.
Use this exercise with your team to discover where you stand and start fostering a more positive, productive environment:
Download this exercise to learn:
1. The Gottman Index.
2. The ratio of your positive versus negative language.
3. Prompter questions to ask on your team meetings.
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