The Curse of the Ungrateful Employee WhyYou’re Experiencing Churn Instead of Gratitude
Prioritize Respect Respect is one of the top three things employees look for in the workplace. In fact, a 2012 survey of social workers found that a lack of respect is a large contributing factor of voluntary turnover. Paul Marciano, organizational psychologist and author of “Carrots and Sticks Don’t Work,” outlines a few critical ways managers can show respect.
No matter how much someone loves their job, at the end of the day, most people come to work to get a paycheck. But providing steady income to your employees doesn’t mean they will automatically feel appreciated and stick around, and it shouldn’t! If you’re struggling with employee churn and an unhappy workplace, it’s time to look at how you can create a culture of gratitude. Be a Leader If you want to cultivate a culture of gratitude, you need to lead the charge. This doesn’t have to be a big production; a quick, genuine “thank you” when you’re passing through the break room can go a long way. A study from the University of Pennsylvania found that when leaders expressed gratitude to their employees, those employees were 50 percent more successful. Plus, employees that feel afraid to make their dental appointments. Some struggle with unpleasant childhood experiences, while others can’t drive past a dental office without thinking of the sadistic Dr. Scrivello from “Little Shop of Horrors.” Thankfully, most of the old tools that made dentistry so unnerving are things of the past, so dental physicians can more easily help their patients feel relaxed. Just imagine how hard it would be to convince nervous patients to climb into the chair if any of these tools were still in the office. Tongue Écraseur (1850s) In the 19th century, surgeons believed the best way to prevent diseases in the tongue from spreading was to remove part of the tongue. The tongue écraseur, invented by surgeon William Harrison Cripps, was the quickest and most effective method for treating certain diseases, like cancer, at the time. As you might guess, it was also incredibly painful.
appreciated tend to have a higher degree of job satisfaction, which is crucial for longevity. Keep Compensation and Benefits Current Offering good benefits shows employees you’re invested in their overall health and futures. If you find yourself losing good employees to your competition, it might be time to look at what they offer that you don’t. Are you paying employees a fair wage for their work — or better? Do the benefits go beyond the legally required minimum? Are they the kinds of benefits your employees actually want and need? Having a reputation for offering the best benefits in your area will attract quality employees and make your current employees feel valued, keeping them from seeking greener pastures.
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● Equip employees with the tools they need to be successful.
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● Set clear expectations and hold employees accountable.
• ● Practice thoughtfulness, empathy, and kindness. ● Trust in your employees’ abilities — don’t micromanage. Employee happiness doesn’t have to come at the cost of company profit — just look at Salesforce! This global CRM leader was voted the No. 1 spot on Forbes “100 Best Companies to Work For” list in 2018. More often than not, happiness translates to overall success. Look around and see how you can start building a culture of gratitude and happiness at your own company. ! •
History’s Most Frightening Dental Tools PASS THE DENTAL PELICAN I t’s not uncommon for patients to be
show that even when used well, side effects of the dental pelican included gum lacerations, hemorrhaging, and fractured jaws. Bow Drill (7000 BCE) Invented by the Indus Valley civilization in what is now India and Pakistan, bow drills were mostly used for beads and jewelry. Archaeological evidence suggests this hand- held drill was also used to treat infected teeth, making it one of the oldest dental devices ever invented. Considering the fact that anesthesia wouldn’t come along for another several thousand years, we wouldn’t blame ancient people for skipping their dental appointments when this was their only option. The field of dentistry and oral health has come a long way, especially in terms of technology. That’s something both patients and physicians can be thankful for.
Dental Pelican (1300s) This device sounds like a whimsical dentistry bird used in “The Flintstones,” but the reality is far less animated. Used for extracting teeth, this device got its name because it looked similar to a pelican’s beak. The wide clawwas placed against the crown of the tooth while the bolster was held against the outside gum. Records
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