Give Specific Credit In the Right Room
Name who did what clearly and quickly in the right space, so people feel seen and trust grows.
1–5 mins
As needed
Effort: Casual-
Ingredient: Positive Workplace Relationships
Building positive and supportive relationships with the people you work with
How
01
Be specific and timely: Within 24–48 hours, name the person + the concrete action + the impact (e.g., “Meera unblocked the security issue; that saved us a day”).
02
Choose the right space: Share it where it counts for them (team meeting, stakeholder email, leadership meeting, review note).
03
Pass the mic: After crediting, invite them to add one line (“Meera, want to share the fix in a sentence?”).
Easy Start
Before your next update, add one sentence crediting someone by name + action + impact.
Why It Matters
Specific, public credit signals fairness and respect. It strengthens trust and makes collaboration easier.
Questions and Thoughts
- “I don’t want to look like I’m playing favourites.” → Spread credit fairly over time; rotate the spotlight.
- “No time in meetings.” → Add one credit line to your status email; it takes seconds.
- “What if I miss someone?” → Keep a quick list during the week; if you miss a name, acknowledge it in next update.
Care Notes
Credit accurately and avoid sharing sensitive details in public channels. If the work was collective, name the team and call out 1–2 specific roles.
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