Labor Day traditionally marks the end of Summer: it’s also a day set aside for honoring those who work. Much has been written about the work people do, but we should also focus on the things that leaders do to motivate their employees. Things like understanding what’s unique about each of them, listening to their concerns and ideas, and recognizing their contributions. It you’re not attentive, why should they be? If you don’t care, don’t expect them to, either. And if you don’t make a big deal of the things they do, they won’t think their efforts matter. Don’t just pay employees for having heads and hands, make them feel appreciated for using them. That’s your job; it’s also the best way to honor and celebrate their efforts on a holiday like today.
Elbert Hubbard (1856 – 1915): American writer, publisher, artist, and philosopher
Happy Labor Day!
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