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Kindness and Corporation

Workplace kindness can be hit-or-miss or a cultivated corporate value. When it's there, people work harder.

By Judith Sills, published on March 01, 2009 - last reviewed on August 19, 2009

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  • In times of emotional distress. You may not know what's wrong, but tuning into the folks around you will probably reveal when something is amiss. An appreciative remark, a supportive comment helps.
  • When giving negative feedback. "I'm just being honest" or "I'm just as hard on myself" are clues to add kindness to your management style.
  • When giving a sensitive personal review. A worker's hygiene problem or slovenly work area needs to be addressed, but keep your awkwardness from becoming harshness.
  • In times of personal emergency. People generally need three times the recovery time we grant them. Patience and understanding count.
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