It is proven that positivity goes a long way! If your mindset is strong you will achieve bigger results.

Given the current economic outlook, more times than not, office morale will be poor. Tighter deadlines, staffing constraints and stress from individual pressures at home are all factors contributing to this. Obviously, you can not change such factors. But, you certainly can maintain your own level of positivity.

The benefits: without doubt, you’ll be a preferred business partner, become more integral in the development of a better culture and as a reward someone who the business feels happy to invest in!

To help you maintain your positivity we have designed a few simple tips and starting points. Keep this somewhere which is easily accessible and make sure you reflect on it particularly if you begin to notice signs of the downward spiral setting in:

• Be the Champion – take on initiatives; make changes around the workplace which others will natural evolve towards. Most of all, be seen and be happy – it’s as simple as smile in many cases!
• Switch to goal focused mode – given tough times in the market, achievements will not just come about easily, so be clear on what you are working towards and set achievable goals. Be sure to reward and celebrate when you do achieve a milestone or goal.
• Be engaging – be open, set expectations and be in present to what’s going on around you. Stay away from office politics or banter
• Create a social club or schedule an after hours event on the weekend, somewhere casual where colleagues can get to know each other better and enjoy themselves.
• Personalize your space – have symbols which remind you of your goals, photo’s of people you make you happy but remember also to bee in professional!
• Suggest a causal Friday might assist in changing the energy levels in the office. Perhaps you could all support a charity and raise funds on this day. This is create a more social, friendly environment.

Remember, things happen but we choose our attitude. Office morale can be influenced and positivity is infectious. Be positive when times are tough and moral is low to ensure you stand out and constantly add value.