EP 95: How to Communicate Thanks and Appreciation in the Workplace with Dr Paul White

Summary: Psychologist, Speaker, Consultant and Author of The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace and Sync or Swim Dr Paul White shares the keys to authentically and effectively communicating appreciation in the workplace. In this ear-opening chat, we realise how we can improve our company by changing our language. We look at the problems, there are a lot of them: 90% of American Companies have a recognition programme Yet, most workers receive no recognition! The No.1 reason people leave their jobs is not feeling appreciated 67% say more motivated by praise than anything else Labour turnover is one of the significant causes of declining productivity and sagging morale Visible costs to turnover: Termination Advertising  Recruitment Candidate travel Interviews Assignment Orientation  Relocation More importantly, we explore the solutions with the 5 languages of appreciation: Words of Affirmation Quality Time  Acts of Service  Tangible gifts Physical Touch Enjoy and find out more about Dr Paul White here: http://www.drpaulwhite.com/ Here is the post Paul mentioned during the show: http://www.appreciationatwork.com/blog/colleague-easily-offended/