"Say Hello!!! Greet Everyone!!! Greeting is the Key To Communication and triggers positive Vibes!!!"

HOW EFFECTIVE IS "GREETING" FOR AN HEALTHY WORK ENVIRONMENT

Greeting is one of the basic functions of communication and triggers positive conversations. It helps us connect to people at a more personal level. A warm, genuine, and sincere greeting can cause even a stranger to open up, break down defensive walls, and be comfortable.

When someone greets you and says, “Hello”, you will probably respond with your own greeting. Even in your worst mood, when someone greets you with a genuine smile and sincerity, most probably you will acknowledge the greeting and respond appropriately. Such greeting can be so powerful that it can even turn your frown in to a smile and drastically put you in a good mood.

To make the work environment a more friendly place, you should always greet anyone that you pass by, even if its with a smile or a nod, as this builds rapport and facilitates communication. Complimenting your coworkers on their work rather than their appearance or simply engaging in friendly conversation are two great ways to break the ice and keep the atmosphere cordial.

Make sure you greet everyone instead of picking and choosing who you greet. Doing that may result in coworkers feeling left out and have resentment toward you, causing workplace tension. It’s best to greet everyone, even with a smile or nod, no matter if you like the person or not.

So, here are some of the reasons to give "Hi/Hello" a try:

1. It's basic manners

• Let's be honest, saying hello to people is just a courtesy -- one you should have learned at nursery. Greetings should be as basic as "please" and "thank you" in our daily lives. "These two little words also go a long way towards improving communication and the overall atmosphere,"

2. ?It humanises co-workers

• You spend a lot of your time at work, so why not get to know those around you? Rather than seeing your coworkers as other cogs in the machine, get to know them as people, even if it's just for a few seconds in the morning. You might like them more than you think.

3. It creates a more democratic environment

• If everyone from the bottom all the way up to the higher level says hello to each other, it gives the impression of a more equal workplace where everyone is valued.

4. It's quick

• Even if the idea fills you with dread, saying hello only takes a couple of seconds, at most. If it's really that painful, it might signal a bigger issue.

5. It's free

• It also won't cost you anything to give it a try.

6. You might get noticed yourself

• Everyone wants to be recognised for the good things we do in our careers. Saying hello to people might get you noticed, and you might then get the recognition you deserve once people actually know who you are.

7. It reduces awkwardness

• If you have to talk to someone later on in the day, it is significantly less awkward if you've already said hi when they walked in. Better communication leads to better work arrangements, and you might find a whole load of benefits to getting to know people better.

8. You might cheer someone up

• Don't feel so arrogant that you might completely make someone's day, but we all appreciate a smile and a greeting now and then. This is especially true if we're having a rubbish day.

HAVE A GREAT DAY !!!