In an increasingly hectic business world full of pressures and deadlines, both employees and business owners are trying to find a common (or not) way to relax, reset or become even more productive. But let’s be real. It’s not just in the business world. And private lives became quite stormy.

Along with team building, meditation, stress management exercises, we also reveal to you a new method of improving the work (and private) environment, which is – writing poetry.

Maybe all of this sounds a little bit strange at first, but stay with us, we’ll get there.

Enhances Emotional Intelligence

They say when you’re connected to yourself, you can connect to others. That’s how it is. Understanding and expressing your emotions encourages empathy towards others as well. You can develop this skill very well through writing poetry because you express your emotions and opinions so it can encourage you to work in the same way at work.

Such skill in business is invaluable as it improves communication and cooperation, plus it builds trust among team members. In a team like that it is easier to manage potential conflicts and a functional atmosphere can be reached quickly because emotionally intelligent people create positive vibes. And a positive environment also means satisfied employees.

Boosts Creativity and Problem-Solving Skills

Creativity in the workplace and poetry. Now it makes a little more sense, right?

Research shows that creative activities increase cognitive flexibility which is a key skill for adapting to new challenges and solving complex problems.

Poetry gives you the freedom to create the “look” of a poem however you want, to write about whatever you want and to use whatever expressions your heart desires. We can relate this to “thinking outside the box” in the business world and solving problems in a unique and new way. You can even consider employees who are engaged in poetry to be more innovative and open to irregular solutions.

Reduces Stress and Improves Mental Health

Managing stress may be a more difficult task than completing tasks at work. And because of that “little one” it can also lead to burnout. Which you don’t want, of course.

This is where poetry can help you by getting all your stress out on paper to free yourself from the emotional burden. Along the way, it can also happen that you analyze these emotions and find where they come from, and that helps you solve its source or handle it easier.

Those who engage in any creative activity (besides work) have lower stress levels and better mood. Write the stress on a paper. Or maybe paint is. Just don’t leave it in.

Strengthens Communication Skills

Everyone talks about communication, but effective communication is actually hard to achieve. It is a very important part of both the business and private worlds, so it is important to improve it (or at least learn it).

Employees who deal with poetry clearly express each word, and each word has its own weight that shows exactly what they want to say. Let’s introduce it in companies too, because clarity is important. This skill not only helps in written communication but also in verbal communication because it improves verbal abilities. Figure out what you want to say and then say it clearly.

Additionally, understanding how to edit poetry gives you the ability to learn how to refine your thoughts (or e-mails) and remove the unnecessary to get your message as clearly as possible.

Fosters a Stronger Sense of Community

Teamwork. That’s what everyone loves at work. Or not? Maybe it’s just because of poor communication…

Just as there are poetry evenings, group poetry readings, and workshops with discussions, team tasks can also be formed at work (depending on the task, of course). Share ideas or solutions with each other and then discuss them.

This way can even break down hierarchical barriers because all ideas that are discussed might lead to some new joint solution. This way of working increases unity and cooperation in the working environment.

Encourages Self-Development and Self-Esteem

In addition, composing poetry verses can be interpreted as an activity aimed at personal enhancement/development and at raising one’s self-esteem. A very important trait and step when it comes to bettering employees, especially if they’re looking to reach their maximum potential. Undoubtedly, poetry allows you to dig into one’s very essence and thoughts and is, therefore helpful, in coping with particular emotions or experiences (and not letting those same emotions control their lives).

You can also see writing poetry as a form of personal development that leads to an increase in self-confidence. Through writing poetry, you explore yourself and your thoughts, which helps you to get over some feelings or events more easily.

This is a very good way to take risks and express your ideas (both in business and in private). The built-up self-confidence will help you to more easily cope with the risks and challenges that can bring you leading roles in the workplace.

Taking the reins is just as important at work as it is in private life.

Conclusion

Companies are often looking for ways to increase overall productivity within the company, but also to reduce stress for employees. Poetry encourages thinking, creativity, and emotional understanding that can benefit employees (and families) in connecting and building a stronger team. In addition to everything else, poetry can even offer you a boost in cognitive abilities.

Clearer expression and gaining self-confidence are essential skills in the business and private world.

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