JUNE 26

“No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.”

—Aesop’s Fables

THINK IT DIDN’T DO ANY GOOD? THINK AGAIN

If you’re anything like the rest of us, not all your attempts at recognition have gone well. Join the club.

We don’t know one leader who regularly practices recognition who hasn’t experienced a setback or two. At those moments, you may wonder, “Did I mess it up too badly?” or “Was that all just a waste of time?”

The answer is no. And no.

A sincere, heartfelt attempt at recognition is never wasted. If nothing else, you—the presenter—walk away better prepared for the next recognition moment (which, by the way, promises to be so incredible, it will take your breath away).

Never give up.