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A Culture of Appreciation Develops Engaged and Loyal Employees
Do you look forward to going to work? Do you feel valued and appreciated by your employees or employer? If you work by yourself, do you feel seen by others? If you answered, “no” to any of the above, you’re not alone. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, 64 percent of Americans who leave […]
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It’s the Little Moments in Life that Matter the Most
It’s often the little things that matter most. When someone you respect – or someone out of the blue – acknowledges you for work you have done or notices a characteristic or quality about you, do you feel a moment of joy? Don’t you love it when someone really “gets” you – they understand exactly […]
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Observing the Benefits of Appreciation
I recently went on vacation. No matter where I am, I enjoy observing interactions between other people. My attention is often drawn to kindness – when it’s there and when it’s absent. The following are some examples of what I observed. From my seat on the plane, I overhead the woman in the row behind […]
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Your Actions Let Others Know They Matter
Have you ever worked with someone who consistently came late to meetings? Do you have a friend who gets distracted easily – looks at her watch, checks his phone, answers phone calls – when you’re together? Do you feel important to that person? We all want to know that we matter. When our friends, co-workers, […]
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Powerful Words: I Believe in You
Take a minute to think about someone who has inspired you to have confidence in yourself. It might be… A coach shouting encouraging words from the sidelines A teacher who was so impressed with your report that he/she encouraged you to publish it A friend who often asked to hear you play the piano when […]
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Being Responsive Helps You Stand Out
Do you appreciate it when your friends, business associates and fellow co-workers return your calls and emails? Have you ever received a personalized, hand-written note? Did you feel touched by it? Responses and personal notes are a form of validation and a way to say to another person “I notice you.” We All Want to […]
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Help Someone Get an Acknowledgment Smile
Do we know how others view us? Does it matter? We often form our view of ourselves based in part on how we interpret what others think. While other people’s views don’t change who we are, our perceptions of how we are viewed impact how we think about ourselves and how we behave. In truth, […]
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Profitability and Appreciation – The Connection
Appreciating others in your workplace can make a difference to your bottom line. Not surprisingly, individuals who feel valued tend to be more engaged, productive, and energized. They are more likely to feel good about the people they work with and the company they work for, and to identify new ways to contribute to the […]
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Appreciation and Well-Being
We know the feeling we get when someone appreciates us and we are touched by their acknowledgment. We often experience a swell of good feelings and happiness. Researchers have found that the benefits of appreciation extend beyond the moment the appreciation is given. A number of studies conclude that appreciation and gratitude enhances a feeling […]
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Appreciation Makes a Difference in the Workplace
Thanksgiving begins a holiday season that often sparks thoughts of gratitude and reflection on those who make a difference in our lives. In the spirit of the season, I thought I’d focus on the positive actions of some companies who appreciate their employees. Robert Chapman, the CEO of Barry-Wehmiller, has developed a business model that […]
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Moving Messages Blog
My goal is to inspire you to appreciate the people in your life who make a difference to you.
I’d be delighted if you are touched by reading stories of how being appreciated or giving an appreciation has impacted someone.
I’d love to hear your stories about when you were moved by an appreciation given to you or by one you gave to another person.
My vision is a world where all people feel they belong and that they are valued and heard. We can make a difference by recognizing, acknowledging and appreciating the people in our lives who impact us. 
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