A walk along the road : my reflective blog

I had an interesting conversation with a leader today who was concerned by what they described as a 'very demotivated' team.  We spent time talking about all that was not working and then turned the discussion onto what was going well. This naturally led to the importance and benefit of having and expressing gratitude. Leadership is not just about taking charge and making decisions. It’s also about creating a positive work environment where employees feel valued and appreciated. One way to do that is by expressing gratitude. Gratitude is the act of acknowledging and being thankful for the good things in life. In a work setting, expressing gratitude can boost morale, increase job satisfaction, and improve productivity. When employees feel appreciated, they are more likely to be engaged and committed to their work. As a leader, expressing gratitude can take many forms. It can be as simple as saying “thank you” or acknowledging a job well done. It can also involve providing opport