Employee Appreciation Day is always the last Friday in March. If you missed it, you’re not alone. Lack of recognition and appreciation plagues modern workforces, and it can have tremendous downstream implications, including turnover, burnout, absenteeism, and decreased productivity. Acknowledging and supporting team members in meaningful ways goes beyond a yearly office party or a coffee-shop gift card. One of the primary ways leaders can show their employees they care is by prioritizing t