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Few things feel as good as hearing \u201cThank you\u201d<\/em> after lending someone a helping hand. This expression of gratitude is especially important in the workplace, where we sometimes face high-stress situations and unexpected circumstances. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we may feel down on our luck, having someone acknowledge our good deeds can be a powerful motivator, even if we haven\u2019t done anything drastic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, that\u2019s not where the exchange ends. Receiving praise and gratitude feels good, but responding with a heartfelt \u201cYou\u2019re welcome\u201d<\/em> also matters. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Still, not everyone is sure how to respond to gratitude after giving away compliments, praise<\/a>, and constructive feedback<\/a> while on the job. Namely, saying \u201cYou\u2019re welcome\u201d<\/em> feels a bit formulaic and can become repetitive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But does that mean you should forego courteous manners and simply nod to acknowledge others? Well, while practical and straightforward, that is not the best approach. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, next time you feel reluctant to say \u201cYou\u2019re welcome,\u201d<\/em> you might want to think again. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

And if you\u2019re afraid of sounding repetitive \u2014 don\u2019t worry. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this blog post, we\u2019ll look at why courteous manners make a difference for employees. We\u2019ll also discuss alternative ways to say \u201cYou\u2019re welcome\u201d<\/em> so your conversation never becomes monotonous. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now, let\u2019s dive in. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Why expressing (and acknowledging) gratitude in your workplace matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although many workplaces have taken steps to engage their employees<\/a> more, some people still view the work ecosphere as relying on transactional relationships. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

After all, this strategy yields good results. You compile a report and share it with your teammates, who then forward it to your superiors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The goal is clear \u2014 all of your interactions should bring the company one step closer to achieving its business goals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, does this justify failing to participate in small acts of kindness such as saying \u201cThank you\u201d<\/em> and \u201cYou\u2019re welcome\u201d<\/em>? Well, research suggests otherwise. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This data analysis<\/a> found that a culture of gratitude not only made employees feel better but improved their stress response as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition to these benefits, there are two more reasons why expressing gratitude on the job is a good idea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exchange messages of gratitude with your team over Pumble<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reason #1: Boosts employee engagement and motivation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Companies can invest in team-building events, improve benefits, and organize training sessions to show appreciation to employees. Still, in an environment where effective communication<\/a> is a top priority, rarely is anything as motivating as a few kind words. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Robert Emmons, a researcher and psychology professor from Emmons Lab at UC Davis, gratitude is the ultimate \u201cperformance-enhancing substance\u201d <\/em>that \u201cheals, energizes, and transforms lives.\u201d <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

John Mackey, the CEO and founder of Whole Foods Market, echoes this sentiment, describing courteous behavior as \u201ca virtuous cycle.\u201d <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When employees feel appreciated by coworkers and superiors, they\u2019re more likely to bring that positive energy to the job and extend the same treatment to customers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, if satisfied employees equal satisfied customers, why break this virtuous cycle by failing to respond with \u201cYou\u2019re welcome\u201d<\/em>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Besides acting as a motivating factor, workplace gratitude compels people to participate in two-way communication<\/a>, allowing them to achieve better results than their less engaged colleagues. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Research supports these claims. According to a study from the Harvard Business Review<\/a>, incivility in the workplace can have detrimental effects on: <\/p>\n\n\n\n