Workshop Description
In today’s fast-paced and often disconnected work environment, creating a sense of belonging is more important than ever. ABWilson Consulting's Creating Belonging at Work workshop is designed to help staff at all levels foster connections, increase feelings of belonging, and build a more inclusive and supportive workplace. Drawing on key insights from the US Surgeon General's report on loneliness and isolation in the United States, this workshop highlights the importance of belonging and provides practical tools to cultivate it. Using an Appreciative Inquiry perspective, we focus on leveraging strengths and positive interactions to create a welcoming and cohesive work environment.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
Understand the impact of loneliness on individuals and organizations.
Recognize the signs and symptoms of loneliness in the workplace.
Apply Appreciative Inquiry techniques to foster belonging and connection.
Develop strategies to create an inclusive and supportive work culture.
Utilize practical tools to enhance personal and team connections.
Promote a positive organizational culture that values every employee's contribution.
Who Should Attend?
This workshop is ideal for:
Employees at all levels seeking to foster a sense of belonging in their workplace.
Managers and supervisors aiming to understand loneliness and build a more inclusive and connected teams.
HR professionals dedicated to enhancing workplace culture and employee well-being.
Organizational leaders looking to create belonging and connection and improve overall team dynamics.
Why You Should Attend
Loneliness is a growing concern in the modern workplace. According to the US Surgeon General's report, loneliness can have serious implications for mental and physical health, equivalent to smoking 15 cigarettes a day.
Attending this workshop will provide you with:
Enhanced well-being: learn how to create a supportive environment that increases feelings of belonging and connection;
Stronger connections: develop skills to build meaningful relationships with colleagues, fostering a sense of community;
Inclusive culture: gain insights into creating a workplace where every employee feels valued and included;
Employee engagement: increase overall engagement and productivity by addressing the root causes of loneliness; and
Positive work environment: promote a culture of appreciation and connection, leading to higher employee satisfaction and retention.
Description of Loneliness
Loneliness is a subjective feeling of being isolated or disconnected from others. It is not simply about being alone, but rather feeling alone despite the presence of others.
Loneliness can affect mental and physical health, leading to issues such as anxiety, depression, and cardiovascular problems. In the workplace, loneliness can result in reduced productivity, increased absenteeism, and higher turnover rates.
The Power of Appreciative Inquiry
Appreciative Inquiry is a strengths-based, positive approach to organizational development that focuses on what is working well and how to build on those successes. This approach is particularly effective in creating a sense of belonging at work as it:
encourages positive and inclusive dialogues that build trust and connection.
highlights and leverages individual and team strengths to foster a supportive environment.
promotes a culture of recognition and appreciation, enhancing employee morale and engagement.
fosters an environment where employees feel valued, heard, and connected.
Tools for Creating Belonging
Attendees will leave this workshop with a practical list of tools to create belonging for themselves and others, including:
techniques for initiating and sustaining meaningful conversations.
strategies for recognizing and celebrating individual and team contributions.
methods for creating inclusive team activities and events.
tools for developing a personal action plan to foster connections in the workplace.
Join us at ABWilson Consulting for this transformative full day workshop that will empower you to create a more connected, inclusive, and supportive workplace.
In addition to workshops open to the public, ABWilson Consulting offers in-house, customized workshops to meet the needs of your organization.
Let’s build a thriving workplace together.
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