Last week I was talking to a friend and he was expressing
the stress dealing with people in his office. One day he texted me, “Yesterday was heaven compared to today!”
Workplace stress and conflicts are common to most of us. As Christians, what
can we do to work in peace?
I believe all good relationships begin with honor and
respect. When we love, respect and honor others as much as we love ourselves,
we will have an enjoyable work experience. When we cultivate the culture of
respect, we’ll increase our productivity. Today let me share a few dos and
don’ts that may bring peace to your work environment.
No matter what happened at home, go to work dressed with
a positive attitude. Advertise your smile as soon you walk in the door – everyday.
Give a compliment to the people you pass by. Have the respect to listen to
others but do not join time wasters or the office gossip – if they’re talking
about others, one day they’ll talk about you. Have an open door policy – be accessible.
More responsibility more rewards. Smile when you call; it puts the person at
ease on the other side. MYOB – Mind your own business. Engage others and be a
team player. Cover for a coworker. Be courteous. Help others win. Practice
generosity. Sow little seeds of kindness every day. Buy someone lunch. Ask for
God’s favor. Practice the Golden Rule - Do unto others as you'd have others do to you!
Do not be late to work. When you encounter conflict at
work, try the win-win solution. Be a diplomat. Don’t say everything you think –
especially to your boss. It’s not only important what you say but how it comes
across. Be tactful. Have a pleasant voice. Don’t be rude. When you’re tempted
to speak the most is the best time to be quiet. Do not correct people in front
of others. Do not belittle people. Never compete with others but strive to be
the best producer you can be. Do not criticize management or the organization’s
rules – they’re paying your bills. If you cannot stand their policies and
procedures – find another job. Do not bring your problems and work home.
Respect your family and the sanctity of your home.
Many of you my friends reading this are self-employed.
One of the ways you can measure your productivity is to ask this question
regularly, “Will I hire and pay someone to do the job I’m doing and the salary
I’m paying myself?” I know these are basics but if you practice these you’ll be
amazed how your productivity will increase.
Remember, without your coworkers, you’re nothing. Without
you, your coworkers are nothing! “Whatever
you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men” (Colossians 3:23 NIV).
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