Research from the University of Pennsylvania confirms what we here at the VLNetwork already knew! Workplaces where individuals can celebrate their authentic selves are 50% more productive than those that encourage conformity. That’s the benefit of accepting and encouraging diversity of ideas and personalities!
In order for employees to work in their most optimal form they need a clear mind. When this is not possible, they’ll be distracted by personal problems and their productivity drops as a result. A problem that the famous Mahatma Gandhi summarized in one of his famous quotes:
“A troubled mind causes more suffering than an ulcer”.
The Visionary Leader Network discussed this subject with Dr. Vanessa J. Weaver, CEO of Alignment Strategies. She revealed three of her practices on how leaders can create and retain an authentic workplace culture.
1. “Create and give opportunities where employees can voice their opinion.”
2. “Have strict rules that condemn negative behavior.”
3. “Do not only condemn negative behavior, reward employees that are acting in the right way.”
