Emotions at work
Emotions.
For generations, we’ve been told they have no place at work.
That mentality isn’t healthy or sustainable. Especially when navigating major changes that have an intimate impact on your livelihood and the lives of others.
People need to talk about how they're feeling. How uncertainty and ambiguity are affecting them both personally and professionally.
People are longing to be:
Seen.
Heard.
Known.
Validated.
Understood.
When interacting with teammates, don’t default to a “how are you - fine, how are you” existence. Dig deeper...
The next time you ask someone how they are, make an impact by simply asking the question again and providing space to be real.
But before you do…
Give yourself that same space.
How are you?
Really…how are you?