Imagine spending weeks working on a project, only to find out on demo day that your manager doesn’t even mention your contributions. There’s a stark difference between taking credit and being credited.

Of course, not receiving public recognition can be disheartening. It can make you feel like your efforts aren’t valued as they should be. How many all-hands meetings have you sat through, hoping that your team would get a shout-out from the CEO?

However, you don’t need external validation to acknowledge your own accomplishments. You successfully delivered on the project, met deadlines, and gained valuable insights along the way. Take a moment to acknowledge your hard work and don’t forget to celebrate your colleagues who contributed as well.