A practical course for teams and staff who wish to specifically foster strengths, a sense of purpose, motivation and positive collaboration. The focus is on scientifically grounded approaches from positive psychology that can be applied realistically and effectively in day-to-day working life. Examples include a strengths-based approach, appreciation, experiencing a sense of purpose, positive emotions, engagement and a constructive team culture.
You will learn about key concepts in positive psychology and apply them to specific workplace situations. You will identify personal and team-related strengths, foster positive emotions and develop strategies to boost engagement, a sense of purpose and collaboration. By the end of the course, you will be able to make more targeted use of resources and play an active role in shaping a supportive workplace culture.
• Recognising one’s own strengths and resources and applying them in a professional context
• Fostering positive emotions, motivation and commitment in day-to-day working life
• Understanding purpose, appreciation and a sense of belonging as factors that drive performance
• Applying practical interventions for teams and individuals
• An interest in personal development and collaboration
• A willingness to reflect on one’s own strengths and working patterns
• No prior specialist knowledge required
*We customize the course outline and content to your specific needs and relevant use cases.
Module 1: Introduction to Positive Psychology
• Understanding the basic principles and objectives of Positive Psychology
• Clarify the difference between a deficit-focused approach and a resource-oriented approach
• Understand its relevance to motivation, health and collaboration
• Apply positive psychology realistically and without sugar-coating
Module 2: Recognising and utilising strengths
• Identify and name personal strengths
• Apply strengths in a targeted manner in typical work situations
• Reflect on tasks, roles and collaboration from a strengths-based perspective
• Give and receive constructive feedback on strengths
Module 3: Positive Emotions and Psychological Resources
• Understand the impact of positive emotions on thinking, behaviour and cooperation
• Foster gratitude, appreciation and a sense of achievement in everyday life
• Use small interventions to boost confidence and energy
• Improve how you deal with negativity bias and your inner critic
Module 4: Meaning and Engagement at Work
• Reflecting on personal values and sources of professional meaning
• Establishing a link between tasks, contributions and impact
• Identifying factors that drive engagement in one’s own working environment
• Using job crafting as a method for actively shaping one’s work
Module 5: Positive Relationships and Team Culture
• Strengthening trust, recognition and a sense of belonging within the team
• Promoting constructive communication and active listening
• Highlighting shared successes
• Developing rituals to foster appreciation and positive collaboration
Module 6: Applying the Learning to Everyday Working Life
• Draw up a personal strengths and resources plan
• Select positive interventions for individuals and teams
• Realistically plan for obstacles during implementation
• Establish sustainable routines for a supportive working culture
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