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E17: How to Ignite Positive Psychology for Yourself and Your New Team

In this episode, Dr. Kortni discusses the importance of celebrating identity and achievements in the workplace, emphasizing the value of recognizing the process of growth rather than just the outcomes. She highlights the significance of creating a supportive environment for teams and how positive psychology can empower individuals and foster a flourishing workplace culture.

Takeaways

Recognizing achievements boosts team morale.
Focus on the process, not just the outcome.
A growth mindset encourages valuing effort and improvement.
Creating safe spaces fosters appreciation in teams.
Positive emotions are key to team empowerment.
Engagement and relationships enhance workplace culture.
Customization of ideas is essential for team success.
Celebrate milestones to support each other.
Resources are available at compassionatenewsroom.com (https://www.thecompassionatenewsroom.com)

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Positive Psychology in the Workplace
05:06 Exploring the PERMA Model
08:55 The Importance of Meaning in Work
09:19 Celebrating Achievements and Accomplishments
12:31 New Chapter

Links Mentioned 

 

E02: Creating an Empathetic-Centered Newsroom with Poynter’s Kerwin Speight (https://www.thecompassionatenewsroom.com/e02-creating-an-empathetic-centered-newsroom-with-poynters-kerwin-speight/)

E09 Emma Thomasson on Journalism Wellbeing: Addressing Burnout and Exploring Peer Support Solutions (https://www.thecompassionatenewsroom.com/e09-emma-thomasson-on-journalism-wellbeing-addressing-burnout-and-exploring-peer-support-solutions/)

E13 Cultural Compass: Indiginews Publisher Eden Fineday on Navigating Newsrooms with Indigenous Values (https://www.thecompassionatenewsroom.com/e13-cultural-compass-indiginews-publisher-eden-fineday-on-navigating-newsrooms-with-indigenous-valu/)

E11 The Resilient Newsroom: Agile and Appreciative Techniques with Ute Korinth (https://www.thecompassionatenewsroom.com/e11-the-resilient-newsroom-agile-and-appreciative-techniques-with-ute-korinth/)