“You’d be amazed how employees will take pride in their performance when given recognition and rewards. Going a little out of your way to show recognition can help shape the next level of leaders step up into more pivotal roles. The next time you are given the opportunity, go ahead and give a ‘thumbs up’ on a virtual platform or, if you prefer, give your team member a good, old fashioned, handwritten note showing appreciation. You won’t be sorry you did!”