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Culture and Consistent Recognition
In the professional services sector — where high standards, tight deadlines, and client demands converge — consistent recognition isn’t just appreciated, it’s essential. Yet only 25% of employees feel meaningfully recognized, and just 15% say their manager regularly acknowledges them in a way that feels valuable.
This recognition gap is especially striking given the strong foundation of trust: 27% of employees say they trust their manager, and 26% would recommend them to others. But despite some signs of connection and productivity, many employees don’t see a long-term future at their company — and some are already looking to leave.
Recognition could be the missing piece. In an industry where work is often high-pressure and highly interpersonal, timely, specific, and authentic appreciation can deepen trust, reinforce performance, and help prevent turnover before it starts.
This mini report shares key industry data and a practical checklist to help leaders in professional services reset their recognition strategy — empowering managers, strengthening culture, and driving retention. Recognition doesn’t need to be complicated. But in a sector built on people and precision, it does need to be consistent.
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by Kyla Dewar
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