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Civility in the workplace refers to behaviors that respect the dignity and rights of others, promoting a positive and harmonious work environment. It involves maintaining professionalism, courtesy, and respect in communication and interactions. Incivility, on the other hand, includes rude or disrespectful behavior, which can lead to a toxic work culture, lower morale, decreased productivity, and higher employee turnover.

A workplace that fosters civility encourages open communication, trust, and collaboration. It helps to reduce stress, improve job satisfaction, and build a sense of community among employees. A civil work environment is critical for both individual and organizational success. By the end of the presentation, attendees should understand how to foster a respectful and inclusive work environment, recognize the value of civility, and implement effective strategies to ensure a positive workplace culture.

Objectives:

1. Define Civility in the Workplace - Explain what civility entails and highlight examples of civil and uncivil behaviors in the workplace.
2. Discuss the Importance of Civility - Explore how a culture of respect impacts employee well-being, productivity, engagement, and retention.
3. Identify the impact of Incivility - Review the negative effects of workplace incivility, including increased conflict, stress, absenteeism, and turnover.
4. Provide Strategies for Promoting Civility - Share best practices and strategies for fostering a civil work environment, including communication skills, active

Monique Akanbi, SHRM-CP, is the Membership Initiatives Director with SHRM and co-host of SHRM’s Honest HR Podcast. As a strategic change agent, with over 15 years of broad-based experience in senior leadership and all aspects of HR in both, the public and private sectors, Monique has been credited with decreasing employee turnover, increasing employee engagement & satisfaction, and improving organizational culture. Monique is also a Master Examiner and Mentor with the Sterling Council Board of Examiners, visiting organizations throughout Florida and Georgia across all industries to assess their leadership system and organizational performance through the National Malcolm Baldrige Performance Excellence model.

Recently recognized as one of the Top 25 Women you need to know in Tallahassee, Florida, Monique has a passion for service and assisting others in their purpose, potential, and professional development through meaningful connections.