❤️Acts of Service at Work: Showing You Care Through Action
Why Do Leaders Struggle to Show They Care Through Acts of Service? 🤔
Let’s be real—most leaders are juggling a thousand things at once. 📅 Meetings, deadlines, emails, and about a dozen “urgent” fires to put out before lunchtime.
With all that pressure, it’s easy to think, “I hired people to do their jobs—I shouldn’t have to step in.” But here’s the kicker: when you roll up your sleeves and help your team, even in small ways, you don’t just get things done—you build trust, loyalty, and a workplace culture people want to be part of.
What Is Acts of Service, Really? 🛠️
In The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace by Dr. Gary Chapman and Dr. Paul White, Acts of Service is all about showing appreciation by doing rather than saying. It’s when leaders and teammates step in to help each other, not because they have to, but because they want to.
And no, this doesn’t mean doing people’s jobs for them. It’s about making their work easier—removing obstacles, offering a helping hand, and showing that you genuinely care.
Acts of Service is about making work easier, and showing genuine appreciation.
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A Story That Proves Acts of Service Matter 💡
One of my coaching clients (Jen) shared a moment that made her feel truly appreciated at work.
Jen was up against a tight deadline, putting together binders for a big board meeting. Not exactly thrilling work, but absolutely necessary. Just as the pressure was mounting, she got that call from her daughter’s school—fever. She had to leave, but the project still had to get done.
Before she could even figure out a plan, her coworkers jumped in. No hesitation. No complaints. They saw the stress on her face and said, “Go take care of your daughter—we’ve got this.” ✅
And they did. They worked together, knocked out the binders, and made sure everything was ready for the meeting. When she came back the next day, it wasn’t just the task that had been completed—it was the support, teamwork, and kindness that had deepened.
That’s the power of Acts of Service—appreciation in action. It’s not just saying “I appreciate you”—it’s rolling up your sleeves and proving it.✅
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How Can You Show Appreciation Through Acts of Service? 👏
3 Ways to Show Appreciation with Acts of Service 🚀
✅ Do It Their Way – Helping isn’t always helpful if you do it your way instead of theirs. Before jumping in, ask how they like things done.
✅ Finish What You Start – Nothing’s more frustrating than someone offering to help, then leaving a half-finished mess. Halfway done isn’t helpful.
✅ Ask Before You Act – A quick “Hey, would it be helpful if I…?” can save you from stepping on toes instead of lifting them up.
Small acts, done the right way, make a big impact. 💡 Want to know more?
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❤️Final Thoughts: Appreciation in Action
When you lead with appreciation, you build a workplace where people feel seen, heard, and valued.
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