Colleagues Quote by Adam M. Grant
““We were in the audience, your closest colleagues and devoted associates, who worked hard and faithfully for the same goal that you desired,” Youngner began. “Do you remember whom you mentioned and whom you left out? Do you realize how devastated we were at that moment and ever afterward when you persisted in making your coworkers invisible?””
About This Quote
Excluding coworkers causes devastation; visibility matters for morale and inclusion.
In simple terms: Leaving coworkers out hurts and demoralizes.
Key Takeaway
Ensure inclusive recognition of all team members.
Themes
inclusion
recognition
teamwork
Mood
thoughtful
empathetic
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- performance reviews
- feedback sessions
Key Concepts
organizational behavior
leadership
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance credit distribution?
- What practices foster genuine inclusion?
A Different Perspective
Over‑recognition can create resentment.
