Zoltan Szabo

I was the top candidate for promotion but still got REJECTED.

I had the experience, the results, and the track record to back it up.

But when the dust settled, I found out the promotion went to my boss' friend.

This wasn’t a reflection of my worth; it was a test of my resilience.

Here’s what I learned:

1) Politics will always be part of the game; don’t dwell on it.
2) Your value is not defined by one job or one rejection.
3) Use setbacks as stepping stones.

Success is often a marathon, not a sprint. Keep running your race, and the finish line will come to you.

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The fastest way to lose great people?

Ignore their effort.
Overlook their input.
Assume they’ll always go the extra mile, without ever being thanked for it.

People don’t burn out from hard work alone.
They burn out from feeling invisible.

You don’t need a bonus pool or a promotion cycle to make someone feel valued.
Sometimes all it takes is:
Noticing when they step up.
Saying “thank you” without an agenda.
Reminding them that what they do matters.

Because the truth is:
A person who feels appreciated will always do more than is expected.

Want better results?
Start by building a culture of recognition.

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