Soft Skills Mini Tip: The Value of Appreciation
The other day I talked with a friend who said something rather poignant:
“It’s too bad when an employee comes to expect no words of praise for a job well done.”
She was referring to a colleague who had secured a large contract for their company. This was a major accomplishment for the business. But rather than congratulating this employee for a substantial victory, her boss chose to say nothing. Apparently this was his normal practice.
My friend said to me, “How hard is it to say you appreciate an employee’s effort?”
While employees are expected to do their jobs well, a simple thank you would have gone a long way. Expressing how much such an effort is appreciated takes little time to say, but is greatly valued by employees who receive that recognition. Showing gratitude is a trait that is important to demonstrate in whatever position you hold.
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