When did I last express genuine gratitude to my team?

Examine your habits of expressing appreciation.

“Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it.” — William Arthur Ward

Context and Insight

Gratitude is a cornerstone of morale, engagement, and trust.

Why This Matters for Servant Leadership

Servant leaders recognize that appreciation strengthens connection and fosters loyalty.

Personal Application

  • Send a handwritten thank-you note to one team member.
  • Publicly acknowledge someone’s contribution in a meeting.
  • Start a gratitude journal for team highlights.

Invitation

Express appreciation to at least one person today.

  • Appreciation
  • Recognition Practices
  • Team Morale

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