I read this fascinating quote the other day that said “Burn out isn’t too much work. It is not being valued for the work you do.”
Retention these days is a HOT topic. Turnover rates are at their highest, and companies are struggling to figure out how to keep their people. Obviously, professional development and regular reviews are important to keeping good employees happy and productive. In addition, having a solid hiring process in place is key to getting the right person in the right role.
But the real secret? Gratitude.
I just got off the plane from Hawaii where I celebrated 19 years in business. We walked on the beach every day with the waves as our music. We saw crabs, turtles, different kinds of fish, dolphins and manta rays. We experienced amazing sun rises and sun sets. Our heartbeats aligned with the oceanic rhythms. Our pulses slowed. One of my girls on this trip said “my phone always has juice at the end of the day. That NEVER happens.” We are all so grateful for the transformational experience.
Gratitude is how we value ourselves and those around us. When you, as the company leader, are grateful for your people, they feel valued and more energized. With more energy comes innovation. The antidote for burn out is gratitude.
Hawaiians say the word “mahalo” which means “thank you and to express gratitude. This word is often used as a greeting to express esteem, praise or admiration, or as a compliment with sincerity in everyday life.”
So in the spirit of my trip to Hawaii, I say to you “Mahalo” for the opportunity to work with you and most importantly, for you being you. I am grateful.
POWER THOUGHT: Feeling burnt out? Are your people burnt out? Incorporate “Mahalo” into your everyday interactions and watch burn out transform.