{"id":5376,"date":"2026-08-25T10:00:56","date_gmt":"2026-08-25T09:00:56","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/academy.charityjob.co.uk\/?p=5376"},"modified":"2026-08-25T10:02:01","modified_gmt":"2026-08-25T09:02:01","slug":"positive-work-environment-can-help-career","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.charityjob.co.uk\/careeradvice\/positive-work-environment-can-help-career\/","title":{"rendered":"The Benefits of a Positive Work Environment"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.charityjob.co.uk\/careeradvice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/shutterstock_259003577.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-5379\" src=\"https:\/\/www.charityjob.co.uk\/careeradvice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/shutterstock_259003577.jpg\" alt=\"Happy Monday2\" width=\"1000\" height=\"692\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.charityjob.co.uk\/careeradvice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/shutterstock_259003577.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.charityjob.co.uk\/careeradvice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/shutterstock_259003577-300x208.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.charityjob.co.uk\/careeradvice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/shutterstock_259003577-768x531.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.charityjob.co.uk\/careeradvice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/shutterstock_259003577-200x138.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>There is so much more to your career than a company name, job title, and salary. As recent studies suggest, there is a lot to be said about the\u00a0work environment. This, more than anything, can impact your behaviour and general attitude to work itself.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>From your everyday working conditions to the atmosphere created within your team and personal relationships with your colleagues, these factors are having an impact on you, right now. The real question is, are they helping or hurting your future?<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s a breakdown of exactly what you can gain from a positive workplace. Take some time to judge whether your environment is setting you up in the right direction\u2026<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><strong>Increased productivity<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>A recent <a href=\"http:\/\/www2.warwick.ac.uk\/newsandevents\/pressreleases\/new_study_shows\/\">study at the University of Warwick<\/a> found that happiness at work led to a 12% increase in productivity. Unhappy team members were considered 10% less productive. Organisations that invest in their employees, ensuring that they feel comfortable with confiding in others and receive high levels of emotional support, generate happier hard working people.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>When people are both happy and more productive they can actively work on growth and progression within an organisaion. Remember that by investing in your happiness, the organisation is also investing in your future.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><strong>Flexible thinking<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>The <a href=\"http:\/\/www.inc.com\/jessica-stillman\/happiness-makes-your-brain-work-better.html\">brain works much better<\/a> when we\u2019re feeling positive. And, it is during these moments that we become much better at problem solving. A flexible approach\u00a0can, in fact, make it much easier to tackle difficult situations (reducing what was once a mountain into a molehill).<a href=\"https:\/\/www.charityjob.co.uk\/careeradvice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Happy-Monday.jpg\"><br \/>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This also increases the likelihood of colleagues collaborating as working with other people who are striving towards similar goals is often encouraged. For you, this means more time efficiency, developing better relationships with colleagues and turning your thoughts into actions.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><strong>Focus on self-awareness<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>When employers are making a conscious effort to ensure that employees are happy at work, it\u2019s pretty natural to reciprocate by becoming more self-aware and consider how our actions affect others. Self-awareness and self-management often help us to understand how people are feeling so that we can respond appropriately, going above and beyond the job description to be an asset to the team.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Not only will this enhance your relationship with other team members, it also adds to the current positivity that is already a natural part of the work environment. You\u2019re adding to the harmony and that is more than anyone can ask for!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><strong>Confidence booster<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>Happiness at work produces a domino effect.\u00a0 With more self-awareness, productivity and flexible thinking enhancing our ability to face targets (maybe even surpassing them), it is natural to gradually feel more confident and comfortable at work.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>More importantly, confidence stirs the ability to act. It means that, instead of just idly waiting for decisions to be made for you, you will take a more proactive approach and happily be involved in the problem-solving process. Confidence allows you to lead and take complete ownership of your work. And for those who are trying to progress, you can prove that you have the skills to take on a more demanding role.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Happiness and positivity in the workplace is so beneficial and can do wonders for your career. If you want to grow, you have to be in the right envioronment. Make sure that you take this into consideration when you&#8217;re curious about new opportunities, searching for a job or, have just landed a new role.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Would you like to change your work environment? Take a look at all of the amazing opportunities available on <a href=\"http:\/\/www.charityjob.co.uk\">CharityJob<\/a> today!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There is so much more to your career than a company name, job title, and salary. As recent studies suggest, there is a lot to be said about the\u00a0work environment. 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Here\u2019s a breakdown of exactly what you can gain from a positive work environment.","contenttypes":[{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","menu_title":"","content":"There\u2019s so much more to your career than a company name, job title and salary. The work environment is also a big part of the experience. Your physical surroundings can impact your productivity, motivation and even overall health.\r\n\r\nAnd that\u2019s not to mention the impacts of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.charityjob.co.uk\/careeradvice\/beyond-salary-the-employee-benefits-candidates-value-most\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">benefits<\/a> (e.g. flexibility, holidays) and workplace relationships. You\u2019re spending a great deal of time with the same people, and this, more than anything, can impact your behaviour and attitude to work.\r\n<p style=\"margin: 0cm; line-height: 19.5pt; background: white;\">Here\u2019s a breakdown of the benefits of a positive work environment. Take some time to judge whether your workplace is setting you up in the right direction.<\/p>"},{"acf_fc_layout":"single_image","menu_title":"","image":11472,"image_link":"","image_link_new_tab":false},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","menu_title":"Increased productivity","content":"<h2><strong>Increased productivity<\/strong><\/h2>\r\nHappiness at work leads to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2022\/05\/17\/happy-employees-more-productive\/#:~:text=Does%20Employee%20Happiness%20Have%20an,of%20good%20health%20and%20wellness.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">20% increase in productivity<\/a>. When organisations ensure that their employees feel comfortable with confiding in others and receive high levels of emotional support, they generate happier, harder-working people.\r\n\r\nThe same\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/alankohll\/2019\/01\/24\/how-your-office-space-impacts-employee-wellbeing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">can be said about offices<\/a>; spaces with natural light, plenty of plants and breakout spaces for staff can lead to a more positive work environment and have a measurable impact on the mental health of employees. This ultimately impacts their productivity.\r\n\r\nWhen people are both happy and more productive, they can actively work on growth and progression within an organisation. Remember that by investing in your happiness, the organisation is also investing in your future.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","menu_title":"Flexible thinking","content":"<h2><strong>Flexible thinking<\/strong><\/h2>\r\nHere we define flexible thinking as the ability to think with an open mind. This means we can come up with multiple possible solutions to a problem, rather than being stuck in the same way of thinking.\r\n\r\nThe <a href=\"https:\/\/direct.mit.edu\/jocn\/article\/21\/3\/415\/4666\/A-Brain-Mechanism-for-Facilitation-of-Insight-by\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">brain is better at problem solving<\/a> when we\u2019re feeling positive. A flexible approach can make it much easier to tackle difficult situations, reducing what was once a mountain into a molehill. It also increases the likelihood of colleagues collaborating. For you, this means more time-efficiency, developing better relationships with colleagues and turning your thoughts into actions.\r\n\r\nIn the charity sector, this sort of positive interaction is fuel for change. By surrounding yourself with collaborative people who have a shared goal of making a difference, you're more likely to see tangible impacts from the work you\u2019re doing."},{"acf_fc_layout":"single_image","menu_title":"","image":11330,"image_link":"","image_link_new_tab":false},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","menu_title":"More self-awareness","content":"<h2><strong>More self-awareness<\/strong><\/h2>\r\nWhen employers are making a conscious effort to ensure that employees are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.charityjob.co.uk\/careeradvice\/how-to-be-happier-at-work\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">happy at work<\/a>, it\u2019s natural to reciprocate by becoming more self-aware and considering how our actions affect others. Self-awareness and self-management help us to understand how people are feeling so that we can respond appropriately.\r\n\r\nNot only will this enhance your relationship with other team members, but it also adds to the current positive work environment. You\u2019re contributing to the harmony and that\u2019s more than anyone can ask for!\r\n\r\n&nbsp;"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","menu_title":"Confidence","content":"<h2><strong>Confidence<\/strong><\/h2>\r\nHappiness at work produces a domino effect. With more self-awareness, productivity and flexible thinking enhancing our ability to meet targets (maybe even surpassing them), it\u2019s natural to gradually feel more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.charityjob.co.uk\/careeradvice\/7-tips-to-feel-more-confident-at-work\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">confident and comfortable at work<\/a>.\r\n\r\nMore importantly, confidence stirs the ability to act. It means that, instead of idly waiting for decisions to be made for you, you'll take a more proactive approach and happily be involved in the problem-solving process. Confidence allows you to lead and take complete ownership of your work. And for those who are trying to progress, you can prove that you have the skills to take on a more demanding role."},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","menu_title":"","content":"Happiness and a positive work environment are so beneficial and can do wonders for your career. If you want to grow, you have to be in the right environment. Make sure that you take this into consideration when you\u2019re curious about new opportunities, searching for a job or have just landed a new role.\r\n\r\nThinking about changing your work environment? Take a look at all of the amazing opportunities available on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.charityjob.co.uk\/jobs\">CharityJob<\/a>\u00a0today!\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<em>This post was originally published in 2019 and has been updated to ensure relevance and to reflect the current job seeker experience.<\/em>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;"},{"acf_fc_layout":"article_reading_list","menu_title":"Read next","reading_list_title":"read next","include_articles":[{"articles_link":17872},{"articles_link":7244},{"articles_link":13907}]}],"keyword":"","related_articles":[{"article":14428},{"article":14300},{"article":14289}]},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v28.6 (Yoast SEO v28.6) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>The Benefits of a Positive Work Environment | CharityJob Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Your physical surroundings affect your productivity, motivation and overall health. 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