Why is it helpful to chat with colleagues
Work And Study / / December 25, 2019
Scientists have found that talking with colleagues actually do not interfere, but only helps in the work.
This has a positive effect on the brain
Scientists from the University of Michigan conducted an interesting experimentFriends (and Sometimes Enemies) With Cognitive Benefits: What Types of Social Interactions Boost Executive Functioning?. Participants were divided into two groups. First, the first test group during the 10 minutes have been acquainted with one another. A second group was asked to take part in a debate with each other on a certain topic. Then, all subjects offered to solve several cognitive tasks.
The subjects of the first group that have just talked in a relaxed atmosphere, showed the best results in solving problems. They observed a significant improvement of the executive functions of the brain. These processes are responsible for planning, concentration, Prioritization and even organization. In other words, for those skills and qualities that are necessary for us to work.
It is fun to work
In the survey,The Effect Of Work Relationships On Organizational Culture And Commitment as many as 89% of respondents confirmed that communication with colleagues affects quality of life. Also, it turned out that if the person has at least one friend, it is strongly connects it with the company and supports his desire to stay at this place.
The thing is empathy. The ability to feel connected with others maintains interest and involvement in the work to employees. Talking to colleaguesMan gradually gets rid of the fear to express their ideas and comments. It feels comfortable and safe.
How to diversify conversations with colleagues
- Notice the various achievements: the conclusion of the contract, the implementation of the plan, work anniversaries. When you celebrate them together or just to discuss, it brings you. Then, in fact, and the joy of the event gets bigger.
- Dine together with colleagues. Sometimes the conversation with the person whom you only see in the kitchen may come across new ideas and solutions. Therefore it is better to establish a long dining table, which will all be combined.
- If you communicate with your colleagues online, keep in touch in informal conversations. Images, SIFCO, funny stories - all this will help to defuse the situation and improve the whole mood.