The article emphasizes the importance of recognition in the workplace, particularly during times of collective significance like Pride Month or Mental Health Awareness Month. It points out how neglecting these moments by leadership contributes to feelings of invisibility and lack of value among employees. The author reflects on a personal encounter with a TSA agent, illustrating the broader consequences of leadership indifference. Small gestures of recognition, such as acknowledging personal milestones or workplace events, are crucial for fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment.
When missed chances for leadership to acknowledge their employees begin to pile up, it leads to a new normal where individuals feel invisible and unvalued.
Small acts of recognition, whether during collective acknowledgment months or personal moments, are significant signals of care that employees need to thrive.
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