04. Why Aren't You Getting the Recognition You Deserve at Work? with Shanna Hocking

Imagine you're working hard, giving your all, but your boss doesn't seem to notice–or care. It's a scenario many of us have faced, but the good news is that there's more you can do about it than you think! Today, we're diving into the psychology of workplace recognition and how to stay motivated when you're not getting the appreciation you deserve. I'm thrilled to welcome my friend and colleague Shanna A. Hocking, founder and CEO of Hocking Leadership and author of ONE BOLD MOVE A DAY. In today's episode of Psychology at Work, we cover: Why recognition in the workplace is essential for your performance How to stay motivated when not receiving acknowledgment How to get feedback and praise from a difficult manager How to cultivate a network of champions beyond your boss, including mentors and senior leaders How to manage feedback in the remote work environment About Shanna: Shanna A. Hocking (Shanna rhymes with Donna) is the founder and CEO of Hocking Leadership, which specializes in leadership development and fundraising strategy. Shanna spent 20 years raising hundreds of millions of dollars and leading collaborative teams at organizations such as the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, University of Alabama, and Duke University. Shanna is the author of One Bold Move a Day: Meaningful Actions Women Can Take to Fulfill Their Leadership and Career Potential (November 2022, McGraw Hill), which was recognized by The Next Big Idea Club as “must read nonfiction.” Connect with Shanna: https://www.shannaahocking.com/ Connect with Melody: FREE NEWSLETTER: Psychology at Work Weekly Get on the Waitlist for Speak Like a Senior Leader™ Follow Melody on LinkedIn Follow Melody on Instagram Get Melody's new book, Managing Up