Show appreciation for unsung heroes in the workplace

Millions of Anonymous heroes are born every minute! They are found everywhere, on street corners, in our homes, offices and communities, wherever there are people who need to be rescued. These special people, whose positive actions and initiatives are carried out for the benefit of others, are not famous or in the news for what they are doing; but their efforts affect, enrich and touch countless lives.

Every business has these Anonymous heroes. They are the receptionists, secretaries, and administrative professionals we rely on every day to keep the wheels of American business going.

The role of the office professional has changed significantly as dependence on technology and office automation has increased. Downsizing or organizational restructuring has led clerks and administrative assistants to take on a broader range of new responsibilities that were once owned by management and senior professional staff.

How to Identify Unsung Heroes in Your Office

Anonymous heroes They are easy to recognize, but in case you can’t find them in your office, here’s an easy way to help you spot their contributions.

1. He goes to them frequently to coordinate the administrative and support activities of the office.
2. They are mobile libraries of information you need to serve your customers.
3. He often relies on them for the training and orientation of new staff members.
4. I would be lost without your expertise in Internet research and the operation and troubleshooting of new office technologies.
5. When they are absent, the office just doesn’t seem to run smoothly and efficiently.
6. You have no idea how to make your own travel arrangements; they do it with dexterity and ease.
7. They are mobile desk editors and proposal and presentation writers.
8. They have taught you many important things besides how to be self-sufficient and get your own coffee or tea.
9. They are excellent team players who understand the value of being flexible and working with others to share their experience.
10. Let’s face it, without your help, you wouldn’t be able to do your own job efficiently and resourcefully.

If you were able to detect at least one of these behaviors, you will have glimpsed a real life. Anonymous hero. Your task, if you decide to accept it, is to show your appreciation for all your efforts and hard work.

Every April we celebrate National Administrative Professionals Week, which was originally created in 1952 as National Professional Secretaries Week emphasize the importance of secretarial work and encourage more women to become secretaries. Included in this weeklong celebration is National Secretary’s Day– a special holiday to honor, acknowledge, and express appreciation for the secretaries of the United States. Over the years, as the men became secretaries, the role significantly changed to an administrative support role. As a result, the name changed to Administrative Professional Day.

It is customary to give a politically correct gift (cards, gift certificates, flowers, etc.) or to take the clerk to lunch. However, don’t wait for the next vacation to recognize the many contributions that Anonymous heroes manufacture.

In the future, develop a habit of positive recognition and commit to finding at least one thing each week that you can do to thank your administrative professional.