HIGH PERFORMERS
By Amy Gibson

I saw him excel in his role
(and then I promoted him)

⭐ He didn’t push for the spotlight
⭐ He lifted others without needing credit.
⭐ He met every deadline without question.
⭐ He caught things before they became problems.
⭐ He just excelled at whatever he put his mind to

He wasn’t just a hard worker. He was a high-performer.

Truthfully, he never asked to be noticed. But his impact was impossible to miss.

So I promoted him, and he has excelled in his
new role too.

A promotion may not be the very next step for you
(or maybe it is)…

But, if someone on your team shows up in any
of these 9 ways, it may be time to show them a
little recognition:

1. They take initiative
   ↳ You notice them step in, often before anyone asks.
   ↳ Acknowledge it publicly. It reinforces trust.
2. They deliver consistently
   ↳ You can count on them, even when things get hard.
   ↳ Drop a message or shout-out when it matters most.
3. They adapt quickly
   ↳ When things shift, they stay steady and help
   others adjust.
   ↳ Recognize their calm presence during change.
4. They seek feedback
   ↳ Not because they’re unsure, but because they want
   to grow.
   ↳ Offer thoughtful input, and thank them for asking.
5. They raise the standard
   ↳How they show up makes the whole team better.
   ↳Invite them to help shape what “great” looks like.
6. They own their mistakes
   ↳They reflect, reset, and move forward
   without excuses.
   ↳ Name the courage you see in how they handle it.
7. They stay focused
   ↳They know what matters and don’t get pulled
   off course.
   ↳ Protect their space when you can. That focus is gold.
8. They support the team
   ↳They cheer for others and lift the group without
   needing credit.
   ↳ Thank them for being the glue no one sees.
9. They lead without a title
   ↳Their actions influence more than any role could.
   ↳ Let them know their leadership is seen. It matters.

The surprising part?

High performers don’t do it for attention. They do it because they’re proud of their work. But knowing they’re appreciated still matters.

Sometimes, a little recognition…

A thank you,
A few thoughtful words.
Or even a promotion.

Means way more than you think.

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