The day is more enjoyable and things just run better when people help each other. Lending a hand is especially helpful when deadlines are piling up or someone is handling a tough campaign. Showing up for your co-workers brings all kinds of benefits, from improved morale to decreased stress.

A post from the Indeed blog explains that there are all kinds of ways you can provide meaningful support to your colleagues. Knowing how and when to offer help can be challenging, but the post offers a few tips. We highlight the Indeed post in this issue of PromoPro Daily.

  1. Communicate often. Greet your colleagues and ask how their day is going on. Then, really listen to what they say. The post suggests establishing a channel or method by which communication is easy and comfortable for all team members.

  2. Recognize their challenges. Be aware of your surroundings at work and try to notice what may cause a colleague to struggle. For example, maybe you notice someone stressed and working hard to meet a deadline. You might stop by their desk and ask if there’s anything you can do to help.

  3. Volunteer your time. The Indeed post suggests offering to help complete some of your co-worker’s tasks if they’ve fallen behind. If your jobs don’t necessarily align, offer to bring them a coffee while they make calls or complete reports.

  4. Give advice. Just be sure your co-worker wants advice. If they’re open to it, be kind and make sure you have helpful guidance. The Indeed post says you should try to find a solution together to fix the other person’s problem.

  5. Build a relationship. According to the Indeed blog post, building a relationship with your colleagues at work can prepare you to support each other when needed. Get to know them but stay aware of professional boundaries. Try to be friendly with all your co-workers. This can help create a collaborative environment.

  6. Offer praise. If someone did a nice job on something, tell them. This shows that you appreciate their work and respect their expertise. The Indeed post says you could even have a space in the office where everyone writes messages to congratulate each other.

  7. Organize a group lunch. According to the Indeed post, organizing a lunch for your team is a great opportunity to talk and offer support and can be an effective exercise to develop teamwork skills.

  8. Inspire positivity. You never know — your good mood can encourage a co-worker’s good mood, which can help improve the overall work environment.

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Whether you cover the phone or help with proofing artwork, lending a hand to a co-worker can build the kind of trust teams rely on. Small gestures often create a ripple effect. When people know support is available, they’re more likely to lend a hand. That spirit of teamwork makes everything work better.

Compiled by Audrey Sellers
Source: The Indeed editorial team, which includes writers, researchers and subject matter experts.