Appreciation is a zero cost investment with a huge return.

Positive Minds | Positive Quotes | Edition 011

Dear leaders and managers

This message is addressed to you. Take time to appreciate the work of your team members. It is a zero-cost investment with a huge return in terms of individual, team and organisational productivity.

If organisations were stock exchanges and appreciation were listed, it would be the cheapest and most profitable investment.

Several years ago, I challenged myself to appreciate the work of at least one colleague every day. I soon realised that this was not a challenge as such, as it was quite easy to find something to appreciate in our colleagues if we observe them at all.

Leaders and managers, don't deprive yourself of the cheapest and most powerful tool in your toolbox: appreciation. Don't wait for the big occasions to give big appreciation.

Always appreciate the little things every day and judge for yourself their positive impact on people and teams.