Positive emotions promote productivity

Posted by Ann Deaton Share Your Voice

Positive emotions don't just feel good; they help us do good work. Studies show a correlation between positive emotions and creativity. Creativity is one of four critical elements in determining productivity. One of the best ways we can support another person in being creative is to recognize their work. This goes for bosses, parents, friends, and coworkers. A bonus: the creativity bonus from positive emotions lasts for several days, making it a valuable investment of your time to recognize others.

Resource: Amabile, T. & Kramer, S. Inner Work Life: Understanding the Subtext of Business Performance. Harvard Business Review.

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Ann Deaton I am a leadership coach, and Managing Partner in Bounce. I love to coach and facilitate with individuals and systems experiencing significant change and growth. The clients I work with, regardless of their age or position, are talented and creative individuals willing to look with fresh eyes at their challenges and opportunities, and to take action based on their discoveries. As a result, they find that they are capable of accomplishing far greater things than they ever imagined. What do you want to accomplish today? Who do you want to be?