A positive working environment is essential in order to ensure high levels of productivity. This kind of workplace promotes efficiency and makes sure staff are satisfied both in their roles and with their colleagues. A positive working environment ensures conflict in the workplace is minimal and daily business operations— in general— run as smoothly as possible!

What to do to create a positive working environment:

1. Build trust between all stakeholders
2. Communicate positively and openly— transparency is key!
3. Create team spirit— cooperation and synergy is hugely important
4. Be an approachable employer/manager so that issues are raised early
5. Expect the best from your employees and they will be encouraged to give you their best
6. Recognise your employees and their hard work and they will always work hard for you
7. Give credit where credit is due, and take responsibility for your actions
8. Carry out employee evaluations and reviews; make the experience a positive one
9. Provide a physical environment that is positive— make them truly want to come to work
10. Make the work environment interesting— this will encourage creative thinking!

These tips are derived from the guidelines set out by the Workplace Relations website http://www.workplacerelations.ie/en/.