HR Newsletters 2020

NEWSLETTER CONTRIBUTORS Random Acts of Kindness

Dr. Sheriece Robinson

Fostering a culture of kindness embodies the well-being of individuals in the workplace. When acts of kind- ness are displayed, it positively impacts the work environment and it leaves a lasting impression on an indi- vidual’s experience, performance, and attitude. Nurturing a compassionate community creates a sense of belonging and provides inclusivity in the workplace. Organizations such as the Random Acts of Kindness (RAK) Foundation invests and endorses making kindness the norm. Their foundational framework is de- signed to inspire, empower, act, reflect, and share. In an effort to support their framework, the Foundation is promoting RAK Day and RAK Week during the month of February. Over the years, the observance of Random Act of Kindness Day has grown in popularity. This year, February 17 th is set aside to commemorate this day which is designed to kick-off a week-long celebration of kindness by exhibiting compassionate gestures. This year’s RAK Week is observed on February 16-23. Let us join the RAK movement and show kindness daily.

Below are some random acts of kindness that can be displayed in the workplace.

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 Congratulate others on their accomplishments  Attend MCCB activities/events (i.e. Social Com- mittee, Professional Development, etc.)  Encourage others  Support MCCB’s Community Service and C3 Well- ness initiatives  Leave positive comments on divisional and/or individuals social media platforms  Share inspirational quotes and positive thoughts  Share recipes/books  Give candy grams  Be fair and be kind to everyone  Avoid being hurtful-think before you respond  Volunteer  Leave money in the vending machine for the next person

Make someone laugh Make a pot of coffee

Say please, thank you, and have a great day

Tell someone you appreciate them

Take time to meet and listen to others

Ask someone how they are doing

 Send an e-card or a GIF (graphics interchange format)  Leave a handwritten note in someone’s box  Create a culture of support  Assist someone with a project  Make a video to cheer someone up, to inspire someone, etc.  Share your mid-morning/afternoon snack  Create a compliment box and read the compli- ments at your staff meeting  Collaborate with others  Fill the candy jar on someone’s desk  Invite someone to lunch

For more information about the RAK Foundation go to: https://www.randomactsofkindness.org/about-us

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