RESPECT AT WORK

Simple ethics
How to Show Respect in the Workplace
Ideas for demonstrating respect in the workplace include:

•Treat people with courtesy, politeness, and kindness.

•Encourage co-workers to express opinions and ideas.

•Listen to what others have to say before expressing your viewpoint. Never speak over or interrupt another person. Listen and stop formulating rebuttals and responses in your mind when
you need to focus on listening to the other person.

•Use peoples' ideas to change or improve work. Let employees know that you used their idea or encourage them to implement it.

•Never insult, use name-calling, disparage, or belittle people or their ideas.

•Do not constantly criticize, judge, demean, or patronize a worker. A series of seemingly trivial actions added up over time constitutes bullying.

•Be aware of your body language, the tone of voice, and your demeanour and expression in all of your interactions at work. People hear what you're really saying in addition to listening to
your words.

•Improve your ability to interact with co-workers and supervisors based on the awareness you've gained dealing with people and your emotional intelligence. This will help you to relate
with empathy and better understand those with whom you work.

•Treat employees fairly and equally. Treating people differently can constitute harassment, discrimination, or a hostile work environment

•Include all co-workers in meetings, discussions, training, and events. While not every person can participate in every activity, do not marginalize, exclude or leave out any one person.
Provide an equal opportunity for employees to participate in committees, task forces, or continuous improvement teams. Solicit volunteers and try to involve everyone.

•Offer praise more frequently. Encourage praise and recognition among employees, as well as from supervisors.
Importance of Respect in the Workplace
Respect is a requisite for a healthy, professional workplace where employees feel valued performing work that is meaningful to their organization. A healthy work environment can
increase employee retention and boost an organization's reputation as a great place to work.