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E•Z START™ The Power of Affirmation

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Why Affirming Others at Work Matters

Microaffirmations are intentional micro-actions with outsized impact. They are the small, everyday behaviors that communicate dignity, respect, and belonging... acknowledging someone’s contribution, inviting their perspective, giving credit for an idea, listening with genuine interest, or simply making sure they feel seen and heard. Individually, these moments may seem minor. But over time, they add up. They help people feel valued, strengthen trust, encourage participation, and reinforce the message that everyone has something worthwhile to contribute.

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The good news is that inclusion, recognition, and validation aren’t personality traits—they’re learnable behaviors. When people intentionally practice microaffirmations, they help create a workplace where others are more likely to speak up, share ideas, collaborate, and bring their best to the work. Microaffirmations build stronger connections. Stronger connections build stronger teams. And stronger teams deliver better results.

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Competencies

  • Developing High-Performing Work Habits
  • Fostering Workplace Inclusion & Belonging

Learning Objectives

  • Explain what microaffirmations are and why they matter.
  • Distinguish microaffirmations from micro-aggressions.
  • Identify the three types of microaffirmations.
  • Apply microaffirmations intentionally in everyday workplace interactions.

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