It’s time to show your appreciation to those who work tirelessly behind the scenes to get you where you need to be.
Showing your political staff that you appreciate their hard work is not just kind, but also an important part of being a team leader. Marshall Ganz’ Framework titled ‘People, Power and Change’ provides valuable insights and understanding for those wanting to become better leaders within their organisations. “Leadership is taking responsibility for enabling others to achieve shared purpose…” writes Ganz. Of course, an intrinsic part of leadership and building others up is giving recognition.
It is important to give recognition to your political staff for a number of reasons. First, it shows them that you value their contributions and appreciate their hard work. Second, it helps to create a positive work environment and a shared structure. Finally, it can help by retaining good employees and attracting new talent to your network.