Love your neighbour
Guest post by Sheryl Hansen
A number of years ago I worked for a high profile federal government department. Our executive director was a busy man, meeting with diplomats and flying cross country and around the world frequently. One would think that such a person hardly had time for the daily routine of the office. But that was not Doug.
Every morning, he would stroll through the entire three floors of staff, and stop to greet each one individually. Some days he would stay to chat. It was this willingness to know each one of us and nurture each relationship that made him the most memorable boss I have had yet.
This type of behaviour does not have to be reserved for the “boss”. Each one of us can make an effort to address and include each and every one of our co-workers. It could be a physical walk around as in Doug’s case, or it could be an email or a shout out as you are passing an office.
What is it that you are willing to do, to make your co-workers feel valued?
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