Are you working for the best company? Do you feel appreciated by your current employer? A frequent comment I receive is how people wish their company would acknowledge their efforts more often and feel valued as well. That is, being a vital part of the whole is one way employees feel valued by the company. The first step in getting this done is to tell the employer we enjoy our apartment jobs and how thankful we are to work there. Initiating a conversation will show the boss we do believe we have value in the company not just in the fact we have a job. Truthfulness and not being disingenuous is absolutely something the employer will be able to sense, so you must come across as sincere.  After a conversation like this takes place, you will not only see the positive aspects of your company more readily, but your employer will see that you do see the value in the workplace as well.

A challenge I have for you is to begin to recognize how you do appreciate your job. In seeing this appreciation, the love for your job will grow because you will see you do add value to the company. Here are some ideas to show the company you value working there:

·         Send a thank you note to your boss and his/her boss.

·         Write a letter of recommendation for your company. i.e. linkedin

·         Start a “Thankful email” and ask others to add and pass within the company.

·         Write a Top 10 reasons “Why to Work For_____” list for recruiting new people.

·         Openly tell others how great your company is.

By Shelby Weidler and Ellen Weissman, Premier Placements, LLC

Premier Placements, LLC is a property management recruiting and staffing company based in Atlanta, GA.