Introduction
“And the winner is …”
Across every profession, in every industry, the outstanding contributions and hard work of individuals, teams, and organizations are recognized as “the winners” or “the best.” Sometimes there’s the international spotlight of a World Series Championship, an Oscar, or the green jacket, and other times there’s much less fanfare. Nonetheless, these significant award opportunities offer public validation for our efforts.
Recognition really does matter. Despite having nearly 30 years of professional work experience and having earned some very appreciated recognition throughout my career, I still remember winning my sixth-grade spelling bee, and I consider that one of the major highlights of my life. ...
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