Every day at work we hear from leaders. The chief executive might appear in the news, a senior executive speaks at an all-staff meeting and a department head might stand up to accept an award on behalf of their team.
Of course, there are good reasons why those at the top are constantly in the spotlight, but what about the employees in the shadows underneath them who actually get the work done?
These quiet achievers that exist in every business are the fuel that keeps the engine running, and we really need to celebrate those who turn up every single day to do the work, usually with little fanfare or recognition. After all, they are the real unsung heroes of the workplace.
Quiet achievers are the workers who sit diligently at their desks, getting through task after task. They are generally reliable, can focus deeply on issues without distractions, and are often the best weapon in helping creatively solve problems with alternative points of view.