Small Achievments, Big Rewards
A few weeks back at TCEA, I went to get a Jamba Juice for lunch. It’s just a smoothie - nothing spectacular or complex. However, when my smoothie-maker finished her mixing and blending, she walked to counter with nervous look on her face saying, “This is the first one that I’ve made right today!” Granted, this wasn’t a huge, earth shattering accomplishment - but it was easy to see that this small achievment meant something to her. With a big smile and a warm “very nice!”, I started to wonder how often we miss those opportunities in the classroom or with our coworkers. It is so easy to get wrapped up in our own day, in our own perspective, and overlook the small achievements of those around us. Since that time, I know I have passed up many opportunities to recognize the achievements of those around me, but I know that when I take the time, it makes a difference. After all, I know how much I appreciate the same from others - don’t you? 