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Watch this short video to learn more about our 2023 “Serve One” Core Award Winner, Dee. We are so thankful for her dedication to serving our guests and other team members at Ridgecrest. https://lnkd.in/gjzJkG9D

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2023 What a year * 25% growth Vs 2022 * Hit revenue milestone 5 times * Achieved market entry in 3 channels What worked? SEM Support: You can know the job, you can be the most creative, without support you are just planning with no little or no action. I got support from both internal and external stakeholders, this is where EQ comes in handy. Execution: Action more, spend less time on planning. My highlight was the implementation and execution of Price increase which was extremely successful. The most resourceful people are execution driven. Mentorship: Regular check-ins with industry friends and OGs, this eliminated time wastage. One thing that made this easier for me was I did not go to anyone “blank”, I always went with something for them to work on/review with me. 2024- NO GREE FOR ANYBODY

The most important thing to know in a business is what your customers think about it, Ours said it very well...🏆👏🙏 But the true story behind it is the ecosystem we have with our employees and partners, They are all valuable to us

Recognition is always giving more confidence to do more

GreenSquareAccord has announced receiving 254 nominations for their Gold Star Awards, describing this as an impressive 42% increase over last year’s entries. However, this claim seems somewhat underwhelming, especially considering their workforce size and the upcoming expenditure for the awards ceremony. To put this in perspective, with an employee base ranging between 1,000 and 5,000, the 254 nominations represent only about 5.08% to 25.4% of their total staff. Last year’s nominations, calculated to be around 179, indicate a low participation rate. Moreover, it is important to note that these nominations are solely from staff members, with no input from customers or residents. This exclusion is disheartening, particularly considering the crucial role that customers and residents play in the organisation’s operations. Their feedback and recognition would provide a more comprehensive and authentic measure of performance and service quality. When considering the costs associated with organising and hosting an awards ceremony, including logistics, venue, awards, and lost productivity, one must question the efficiency and impact of this exercise. The expenditure seems extravagant and not necessarily reflective of broad recognition across the organisation. Given these figures and the lack of customer/resident involvement, it's crucial to consider whether the awards genuinely enhance morale and recognition or if they simply serve as a costly tradition with limited reach. In light of these numbers, the resources allocated to the Gold Star Awards might be better invested in more impactful employee and customer engagement initiatives, or better yet spent making the homes of their residents safe, warm and dry.

There’s something about people who are fuelled by an inner fire. Being told offhand, “You can’t” is one source of that fire. My people teach their girls to marry well and be promoted to matriarch. I lit and kept fuelling my inner fire to be self-sufficient. Almost 25 years in, my big learning is: Bank. The. Fire. Mistaking the fuel and fire for identity is an easy but costly one. Being stuck to that fire starts to be self-defeating, if not plain limiting. We cross the threshold and then we let go of the forging fire that got us there, to move forward in relative peace. Maybe even find new fires. We have to constantly renew our operating systems of courage.

You may have a seen a post I shared a few weeks ago receiving an award and wondering why it took me a year to celebrate that win publicly (this photo is from that same event). Upon reflection, I've realized that my hesitance to celebrate is part of a larger pattern. I have never stopped to really celebrate my wins.  I am guilty of constantly moving on to the next thing dismissing past achievements as if they were mere steps on an endless escalator. The win, once it's in the rearview mirror, somehow loses its sheen because it's "in the past." I cannot be the only one who is like this.  Am I?  Help me out here.  But I am coming to understand that celebrating our achievements isn't about living in the past; it's about recognizing the journey and the growth that comes with each milestone. Many of us, myself included, are wired to look forward, to chase the horizon. There's always a new goal, a new challenge. And while that drive is valuable, it's equally important to pause, look back, and honour how far we've come. Our wins, big or small, are not just trophies to collect but reminders of our resilience, hard work, and the support we've had along the way. Even in writing this I know I will still find it challenging to do, so, I'm making a commitment to not only chase the future but to also honour the present and respect the past. I endeavour to celebrate my wins, to savour the moments of success, and to appreciate the journey because the future is never guaranteed. Will you join me in this practice if you have battled this same malady?

Do you know an IT pro deserving of recognition? Nominate them for the 2024 IT Superhero Awards - read our blog to learn how. Submitting a nomination is quick, easy, and supports a great cause. 👉 https://bit.ly/43gFDUC #WeSolveIT #ITSuperheroAwards

Entering the awards isn't just about seeking recognition; it's about pushing yourself and your business to new heights. It's about stepping out of my comfort zone and challenging yourself to excel in ways you never thought possible. The process of preparing for the awards forces you to critically evaluate every aspect of your business and identifies the achievements with celebrating and areas for improvement. When you are entering – you already winning.