#144: Creating a Positive Work Atmosphere with Dr. Ellie Kazemi

Have you ever been in a position where you’ve only seen your supervisor or administrator when there is conflict? Dr. Ellie Kazemi, behavior analyst and keynote speaker, joins me to discuss the work environment and how to build a positive work atmosphere, whether that’s in an ABA clinic or in a school based setting.What is crucial to a positive atmosphere? Shared values and open communication. These important ideals come up over and over again throughout Dr. Kazemi's and my discussion. In order for teams to feel appreciated, psychologically safe, and have the desire for growth, they need administration and colleagues that promote transparency, shared values, and a framework to train resiliency for the ever changing systems.If you’re a supervisor or administrator listening, consider how often and how naturally you’re making yourself available for conversations with your team. Dr. Kazemi emphasizes the point that there needs to be consistent, visible support from leadership.Without these ideals, providers can face burnout, and even worse, the client can suffer. At the end of the day, we all want to make a difference and provide the best outcomes for our clients. The first step is creating a positive atmosphere for providers. You can find Dr. Ellie Kazemi on her website, Instagram, and LinkedIn.#autism #speectherapyWhat’s Inside:Top tips for creating a positive work environment.The importance of shared values and open communication in any organization.How to cultivate psychological safety.The impact of the work environment on growth and investment in the mission.The importance of supervisor and administrative visibility.Mentioned In This Episode:Ellie KazemiEllie Kazemi - LinkedInEllie Kazemi (@ellie.kazemi) on InstagramMembership - ABA Speech