Think back to the time one of your bosses showed you they truly cared about you or something you had just done.  Remember how that felt and perhaps what you were motivated to do as a result.

So often in our fast paced world we focus mainly on the deliverable, the end result to be accomplished and forget to acknowledge the underlying value of the person completing that good work.  This in no way means Polly Anna sap dripping on everyone around us!  It does mean, however, that unless we are intentionally conscious about showing respect and appreciation, a major influence motivator is overlooked.

Put in place a sequence of actions that satisfy this:

Consistently look for the attributes and contributions of others.

Acknowledge that they are real and true, worthwhile and praiseworthy.

Show or express appreciation for them in specific terms.

Formally reward them.

In a summary, remember the 3 E’s:  Encourage, Expect and Endorse the Best ! (pg. 107 Legacy Leadership:  The Leaders’ Guide to Lasting Greatness)