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People in the workplace need to feel appreciated in order for them to enjoy their job, do their best work, and continue working over the long haul. When team members feel truly valued, good results follow.

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The single highest driver of engagement, according to a worldwide study conducted by Towers Watson, is whether or not workers feel their managers are genuinely interested in their wellbeing.

“(which may sometimes mean help. ing them find a position that is better for them than their current role). Recognition requires only that you implement certain behaviors: defining desired behaviors, monitoring them, and reward-
ing them when they occur. Authentic appreciation involves both behavior and heart attitude.”

“Recognition is largely about behavior. "Catch them doing what you want and recognize it," the books say. Appreciation, conversely, focuses not only on performance but also affirms the employee's value as a person. Recognition is about improving performance and focuses on what is good for the company. Appreciation emphasizes what is good for the company and good for the person”

Here for the Doug cameo

Honestly I’m kinda bored with this.

Last book needed for the #WinterChallenge

Almost DNF 10% in but so far glad I kept going.

“And yes, I will go into the year as you said: boldly, unapologetically, head up and not taking bullshit from anyone with a penis. You seem a worthy person to offer such advice.”

County Clare! 🇮🇪

“I am finding I have nowhere to put all of this. I'm sorry, but do you know what I mean? It's like I've come home from the grocery store overburdened with bags, but the cupboards, the refrigerator, the pantry, the countertop are all already full.”