The Power of a Sticky Note

Today I want to talk about appreciation and recognition. We all crave it. It makes us feel valued and motivates us to do better.

Recently, at the end of a 6-month leadership course, we asked participants to write a message to each other on a sticky note. In the message, they wrote the strengths they saw in the other person and what they appreciated about them. 

Then, once all the messages were handed out, one-by-one, the team members stood up and read out what others had written about them. It was the single most powerful moment I’ve been a part of for a very long time. People were emotional reading these genuine heartfelt words of encouragement and gratitude. I loved it! 

Make someone’s day today. Show them your appreciation and recognise their contribution to the team. Reinforce their strengths, build their confidence and value their unique talents.