Positive communication is essential in workplaces and communities because it strengthens interactions, builds meaningful relationships, fosters a supportive culture, and helps groups achieve goals while maintaining safety over time.
As Dr. Julien C. Mirivel explains in his model of Positive Communication, positive communication isn’t abstract—it’s built on concrete, everyday practices such as greeting, listening, encouraging, and affirming. These intentional behaviors create trust and strengthen the relational bonds that sustain both organizations and communities.
Similarly, Dr. Gerald W. C. Driskill’s work on organizational culture shows how communication patterns shape the values, norms, and shared identity of a group. His frameworks highlight how positive and ethical communication can transform workplace and community cultures, making them more resilient, collaborative, and goal-oriented over time.
Together, their theories reinforce the idea that communication isn’t just a tool—it is the very foundation for building healthier, safer, and more successful workplaces and communities.