Today’s dot is written by Sierra Schramm from Minot State University’s leadership class
The camp I worked at this summer had a break room with a wall designated for “e-cards” (short for “encouragement cards”). The wall had an envelope for each staff member on it. Anyone on staff could write an e-card for a fellow staff member and drop it in their envelope during the week. These cards were intended to offer us support—both as employees and as people. Finding a note in your envelope after a discouraging day sometimes was the extra boost that helped you continue.
Everyone likes to be valued as a worker and person, yet sometimes the effort and contributions made by group members are unappreciated or unacknowledged. I don’t know many people who enjoy that type of work environment. Having someone take notice of you and your work AND take a few minutes to write a note of encouragement may very well demonstrate to them that they are indeed a valued member.
How hard would it be to take the initiative to encourage a co-worker, teammate, or group member? What about taking the extra step to create a place in your break room (or other common area) for the members of your organization or group to encourage one another?
A note of encouragement could make all the difference.
