Positive psychology at work

Since the pandemic, more than ever, the Quebec professional world requires managers who know how to motivate their teams. Using the PAP method, based on the principles of positive psychology and whose acronym stands for Positive, Improvement, and Positive, is a preferred approach for establishing oneself as a positive leader.

Demotivation

Many employees are losing interest in their jobs. Preventing resignations and loss of interest is increasingly complex. The world of work is constantly changing, and the trend shows that the vast majority of staff favor rewarding and positive work environments.

Positive Communication

It can be difficult for a manager to detect the early signs of demotivation within their unit. A good manager can take the pulse of their team by being attentive to team cohesion and having open discussions about objectives. Indeed, communication that highlights everyone's successes fosters a positive work environment. It is also recommended to use the PAP method to convey a message and establish clear guidelines. To do this, simply begin a message with a positive point, add an area for improvement, and end with a strong point. It is important for a manager to prioritize a coaching role that provides guidance rather than an authority figure who reprimands. If employees feel supported and can achieve a common goal, the team will be much more productive and willing to give its best.

Recognition

According to Laurent Dequoy, team leader at Actualisation IDH for the past six years, recognition is one of the keys to success as a manager: "The best way to recognize your team is to highlight individual and collective successes in achieving objectives." He also mentions the importance of setting achievable and motivating objectives to foster team cohesion. Finally, as a team leader himself, Laurent Dequoy maintains that managerial commitment is essential: “Team leaders must be involved at all levels. They support their team. This aligns with the principles of a mobilizing leader.”
Having a professional culture that emphasizes commitment and team cohesion will help create or maintain a positive work environment.