Emotions in the workplace

 




For many years we have been taught that emotions should be left out of the workplace because it is all about being productive.

However, all recent studies have shown that it cannot be overlooked, emotions affect all personal areas and work is one of them.

For this reason, many companies advocate motivational strategies and the creation of a good working atmosphere for their employees, because they understand that a good working atmosphere is essential for a smooth business process.

With this in mind, we will analyze both the positive and negative emotions that can arise in the workplace and how they can be optimally controlled.

Positive emotions that arise at work

• Trust: Trust is the basis of work in an organization or in any team. It means that you know that the people who work with you are not going to cheat you and that the company you work for will be there to support you if you have a problem. A lack of trust, on the other hand, can undermine the employee’s self-esteem.

• Performance: It is important not only to name mistakes, which are very common in day-to-day business, but also to praise the achievements and merits of employees. And follow the maxim: “It will be corrected privately, it will be praised in public.” Fostering recognition helps foster relationships with peers.

• Belonging: The feeling of belonging is central in companies. We feel like part of a team, of a corporate culture with the same goals and that promotes the well-being of employees. It is important that both team leaders and company leaders ensure that their employees find their jobs rewarding and that there is good communication between all members of the company.

Negative emotions affecting job performance

• Anger: Anger in the workplace can result from frustration, interpersonal conflict, or unfair treatment. In the moment of anger, it is better to withdraw from the situation and discuss things with those involved later.

• Envy: It is very common to envy the achievements and rewards of other employees. Unfortunately, workplace rewards are not always fairly distributed. The best way to deal with envy is to analyze the situation and not to compare yourself to others, but to focus on your own merits and challenges.

• Anxiety: The risk of losing your job can make you feel distressed. To deal with this feeling, it is good to keep your resume current and keep learning. Interpersonal problems can also trigger anxiety in employees. In some cases it has to be checked whether it is worth changing the company or, if possible, the department.

• Feelings of guilt: We can feel guilty about leaving tasks unfinished or not always in a good mood. In these cases it is important not to try too hard thinking that we cannot always perform at our best. Try to complete the unfinished business as soon as possible and apologize if we were not always available for colleagues.

Finally, note that positive leadership is key to ensuring that workers are relaxed about their jobs and that there is a good work environment.

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