B2 – Upper Intermediate
The idea of “Love Languages” has become well-known in the context of personal relationships because of its profound influence on understanding and expressing love. However, these languages’ impact doesn’t end at the threshold of our homes.
Surprisingly, they are just as important in the larger picture of our professional lives. Knowing and understanding your individual “Love Language” at work can be an empowering discovery that greatly enhances your interpersonal interactions, productivity, and level of job satisfaction.
Click on a provided link to learn more about ‘Love Languages’ in the workplace and understand how it can be a powerful tool for building stronger relationships with colleagues, superiors, and subordinates.
Vocabulary Questions:
- What does “missing the mark” mean in the sentence, “If a leader or colleague only uses words for showing appreciation, they’re likely missing the mark for over half of their team members.”? Use this expression in your own sentence.
- What does “to be big into something” mean in the sentence, “If they’re big into pickleball, get a group fund going for a highly-rated paddle they’d otherwise probably pass up because of the price tag.”? Use this expression in your own sentence.
- What does “to take an action item off someone’s plate” mean in the sentence, “What can I do to help this person or take an action item off their plate?”? Use this in your own sentence.
Discussion Questions:
- What are the languages of appreciation in the workplace?
- How can identifying your workplace ‘Love Language’ enhance your relationships with colleagues and superiors?
- How might a better understanding of ‘Love Languages’ contribute to increased job satisfaction and overall well-being in a professional environment? Please share.
- In what ways does acknowledging and valuing employees’ efforts impact overall productivity and morale? Tell me more.
- In your experience, what are some of the most effective ways to express gratitude in the workplace? Please share.