Mindfulness: it is not just changing workplace cultures, it changes the brains and habits of workers, one employee at a time. It can give your organization the advantage it needs for a flourishing future.
Science confirms what people have been saying all along. Mindfulness works. It is not hype – it is real. And it will give you the edge.
First and foremost, your direct experience will be the evidence that mindfulness works. You’ll notice a difference in how you feel, think, and respond. You’ll notice an increase in your ability to focus, navigate challenges, come up with creative solutions, and connect and communicate with others. Co-workers and family will notice the difference in you as you show more patience, clarity, attentiveness, balance, and self-confidence.
There is ample science* showing that mindfulness and meditation actually physically change the brain, and those who have a dedicated mindfulness practice are better at managing stress, managing emotions, and relating to others.
By adopting mindfulness at work, employees become more resilient as they are better able to manage stress, stay focused on their tasks, and manage their emotions. Mindfulness helps leaders be more compassionate, supportive, and create an environment where everyone can be at their best.
Companies that have invested in mindfulness including Aetna, Google, SalesForce, and others.
They’ve seen an uptick in:
- Employee engagement (increasing retention and productivity)
- Teamwork, collaboration (increasing productivity and time to market)
- Emotional control and empathy (increasing client satisfaction, sales, and revenue)
- Creativity (increasing problem solving and innovation)
And a downtick in:
- Absenteeism (reducing cost of sick days, lateness, and stress)
- Attrition (reducing hiring costs and onboarding new employees)
- Disengagement (reducing mistakes and dissatisfaction)
Resilience is the key to success as people are asked to go back to work, pick up the pieces, and create a new normal. It will be “all hands on deck” and resilience will make the difference between not only surviving but thriving, as we face many unknowns and challenges.
High performing organizations that invest in mindfulness training today will benefit from a workforce that is more engaged and adaptable as the future unfolds. They will be able to pivot quickly and execute their strategy to rebuild after the economic and psychological effects of the pandemic. These companies will benefit from a competitive advantage when facing reconstruction and unforeseen marketplace challenges.
Get the Training.
Shift existing mindsets, increase resilience, and transform your workplace with mindfulness. Hire MMI Mindful Training and we’ll design an effective training that focuses on the specific outcomes your company wants and tailor it to your unique organizational culture.
To find out how you can bring mindfulness into your organization, contact MMI Mindful Training for your free benefits analysis, or call at 805-770-8188.
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*References:
Is It Even Possible to Focus on Anything Right Now? Harvard Business Review, Maura Thomas, April 14, 2020, https://hbr.org/2020/04/is-it-even-possible-to-focus-on-anything-right-now
Navigating the Coronavirus – Five Ways a Principal Is Relieving Stress During the Coronavirus Crisis (A Special Report) Austin, Ellie. Wall Street Journal, Eastern edition; New York, N.Y. [New York, N.Y]10 Apr 2020: R.4.
What’s Working: Building Resilience through Mindfulness Bergstrom, Kathy, CEBS. Benefits Magazine; Brookfield Vol. 56, N° 10, (Oct 2019): 12-14.
Altered Traits by Goleman, Daniel; Davidson, Richard J. 2017, Avery Publishing
Your Health: Doctor’s Orders: 20 Minutes Of Meditation Twice a Day, Source: Reddy, Sumathi, Wall Street Journal, Eastern edition; New York, N.Y., 16 Apr 2013: D.1.
Be well: A systems-based wellness intervention using mindfulness in the workplace – A case study. Levett, Kate M; Coughlan, Sharyn; Longridge, Sharon; Roumeliotis, Violet; Adams, Jon. Journal of Management and Organization; Lyndfield Vol. 25, N° 5, (Sep 2019): 613-634. DOI:10.1017/jmo.2017.41
Nonverbal Communication: https://www.lifesize.com/en/video-conferencing-blog/speaking-without-words Feb 18, 2020, by Dustin Smith in Industry, Lifesize
