The other day, one of our teammates celebrated his birthday. It wasn’t a big party since we were all busy with work, but we still took a short break to greet him and share a simple snack together. It may seem like a small thing, yet for me it says a lot about the kind of culture we have in the office.
I appreciate it when a workplace takes a moment to acknowledge someone’s special day. It’s not really about the food or the decorations, it’s more about letting that person know that their presence matters to the team. A simple “happy birthday” and a few minutes of shared laughter can lighten the mood and make the day feel less stressful.
I’ve worked in a company before where birthdays were never recognized. The environment felt cold and transactional, and people were just focused on their tasks. No one really tried to connect beyond work. I didn’t last long in that place, not because of the workload, but because the culture felt too toxic and impersonal.
Now I realize how important it is to build a healthy office culture. When people feel seen and appreciated, they are more likely to develop a better attitude toward their work and their colleagues. As the saying goes, “People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” – Maya Angelou
I hope we continue to keep this kind of culture in our team, where even small celebrations remind us that we are working with people, not just positions or titles.
Have a great day!
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