Religion in the workplace is tricky - but employers and employees both lose when it becomes a total taboo
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from The Conversation16 hours ago
Since we spend so much of our lives at our jobs, it’s only natural that conversations with colleagues go beyond the work in front of us. People share interests and hobbies, family struggles, health concerns, and hopes or goals, from the silly to the serious. However, the topic of religion can provoke anxiety, leading to silence around this important aspect of identity.
The Conversationhttps://theconversation.com/religion-in-the-workplace-is-tricky-but-employers-and-employees-both-lose-when-it-becomes-a-total-taboo-239996
One in five Americans consider their work a spiritual calling. This highlights that faith is not just personal but can deeply influence workplace engagement and motivation. Ignoring or suppressing workers' faith may have significant costs that outweigh the risks associated with open discussions about religion in the workplace.
The Conversationhttps://theconversation.com/religion-in-the-workplace-is-tricky-but-employers-and-employees-both-lose-when-it-becomes-a-total-taboo-239996
Our research findings indicate that the costs of ignoring or suppressing workers’ faith often exceed the potential conflicts that might arise. Employees increasingly wish to bring their whole selves to work, including their religious identities, but many still feel pressure to refrain from discussing their beliefs openly.
The Conversationhttps://theconversation.com/religion-in-the-workplace-is-tricky-but-employers-and-employees-both-lose-when-it-becomes-a-total-taboo-239996
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