10/16/2026
When someone goes above and beyond, we appreciate it. When they do it consistently, we start to expect it. Eventually, exceptional effort can become the new minimum.
That shift matters in the workplace. Recognizing contributions means understanding the difference between what someone is expected to deliver and the extra effort they choose to give.
Are we rewarding people for going above and beyond, or quietly making it the requirement?
Read this week’s Friday Food For Thought for a reminder to rethink our expectations and recognize the value of what we already have: https://j2-solutions.com/when-the-reward-becomes-the-requirement/