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Leading Greats #91
How Leaders Give During the Holidays Shapes Culture for The Year Ahead:
Ronnie Kinsey
December 15, 2024
The holidays can mean many things to different people—joy, reflection, connection, or sometimes just plain exhaustion or even sadness.
For leaders, it’s a golden opportunity to show genuine appreciation for the people who’ve made the year possible.
And here’s the thing: it doesn’t always take a big bonus to make a significant impact.
Sure, financial rewards matter, but they’re not the only—or even the best—way to express gratitude.
Real generosity in leadership is about:
care
acknowledgment
and creating moments that resonate personally
Here are a few Ways to Recognize Your Team in meaningful, more personable ways this holiday season:
Shine a Light on Their Wins.
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People thrive when their efforts are noticed.
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Take time to praise individual and team contributions—specific ones, not just “great job this year.”
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Whether it’s in a team meeting, a personal note, or a thoughtful email, show them you appreciate what they’ve done.
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Give the Gift of Time.
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Let’s face it, time feels like the most precious commodity during the holidays.
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Offer flexible schedules or even an extra day off to appreciate the season.
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Time for window shopping and gift shopping are part of the season’s highlights.
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Giving people room to recharge or handle their holiday to-dos is a gift they’ll truly appreciate.
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Celebrate Together.
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Create moments for your team to connect and celebrate in a way that feels genuine.
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Whether it’s a laid-back lunch, a holiday-themed trivia session, or a virtual coffee chat, it’s not about grand gestures.
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It’s about cultivating a sense of belonging.
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Invest in Their Growth.
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Show that you’re thinking about their long-term success.
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Maybe it’s a learning stipend, a workshop they’ve wanted to attend, or even a book they’ve been curious about.
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A slight nudge toward their goals can leave a lasting impression.
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Make Well-Being a Priority.
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Encourage your team to prioritize their mental and physical health.
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Share resources for managing stress, normalizing taking breaks, or organizing something like a mindfulness session.
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These small steps can go a long way in making your team feel cared for.
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Leadership generosity is about more than handing out rewards—it’s about showing you value people for who they are, not just what they do.
The value of these gestures is that they don’t just make others feel good—they strengthen trust, build loyalty, and create a culture where people want to give their best.
I won’t complain; I have had several very well-paying roles → though in some, I felt disconnected from the surrounding leadership practices.
Feeling appreciated is worth a whole lot more!
This holiday season, focus on what truly matters:
connection, care, and making others feel seen.
Because when people feel appreciated, they don’t just perform better—they stick around, they grow, and they remember.
That’s the kind of leadership that lasts far beyond the season.
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I got two desirable clients just by casually walking around window shopping and talking to business owners this weekend → genuinely interested in their business.
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