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 NEW Laughter Sets the Pace April 26, 2001 Alexandra Lenz in Spring Creek, Nevada wrote to share a goodthing: My employer, owner and chef of a college cafe and a caterer, is extraordinarily considerate of his few employees. Those who are willing to do all that is involved in a busy cafe environment are treated as friends. Since we were requested to make ourselves available for a Mothers Day catering event, he has promised to treat us and our spouses to our own post-event celebration. He has often included us in dinners at his home, and gifts us with the occasional bottle of fine wine. I have worked in many environments, from being an elementary school librarian to medical secretary and transcriptionist. I have been "professional," well-dressed and reserved. But here, the soul can speak, the heart can sing, and laughter is shared by all. Of course, business is expanding at a gratifying pace. And, of course, we are loyal. It's a natural when being treated well is performed rather than merely given lip service. We have no "benefits," our wages are low (per industry standards), but we are appreciated. TALK ABOUT IT Start a dialogue about the goodthings happening at companies. DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT How dedicated are you to creating meaning at work? How committed is your office to fostering a meaningful work environment? Take the "Meaning At Work" test! Share "Meaning at Work" research findings with your HR department. Readers Respond A reader tells her story about compassionate co-workers.
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