There are many things one should not do at work – such as writing nasty messages or sending harsh emails. Despite our best intentions we are often pushed into situations where we end up using inappropriate or harsh language.
We do have a choice. We can pre think what we should say in different situations and use positive language.
Here are 101 phrases and words you should consider using at work in conversation, in meetings in emails and in messages
Congrats
Well done
Excellent
I am proud of you
You can do it
Brilliant Execution
That is a new idea
You are very creative
I am sorry
I am wrong
Lets think about how we can do it
Have you considered
Do you need any support
My suggestion is
You decide
I believe in you
Love your work
If you did…., results could be….
What are the options
I love you ( not in a romantic way)
What does success look like for you
How can I help you
How can we minimize the risk
Do you have any feedback for me…or the organisation…or others
How are you feeling
What do you recommend
Have you taken a break recently
How is your family
Whats your view
I need your help
Have you tried…
What issues are you facing
Can we try a pilot…or small scale…or experiment
How can we validate this idea
Don’t give up
I am here for you
Lets do it together
You are a winner
You can use your talent for a bigger idea
You can change the world ..the company…the future
Whats your idea
How would you do it
Whats your dream..vision…ambition
Can you help me
Lets find a solution
Keep going
I support you
Tomorrow is a new day
Wish you success
You Rock
I owe you
All the best
As you will notice it’s a combination of compliments, feedback and questions. You can use them in good situations and challenging ones.
Use these and add to your list.
+ve phrases make for +ve days. +ve days make +ve years.