Do you feel that you don’t get the credit that you deserve?
Living out of a state of constant regret is not a good thing. The feeling is depressing, and it keeps pulling you down.
You may be thinking – “I know that. But what can I do? Every time I can’t keep mentioning what I did for the project. It is for the others to understand.”
I agree that keeping your work ‘high-key’ is not a good approach either.
While this an intense topic, here are a few things you can do to handle this issue –
- In project meetings, share your views with confidence. It indirectly implies that you have done your homework.
- You can try giving a brief overview to your senior (in case he does not know) of your contribution. Remember, it is professional, not impolite.
- If you are working on a particular part of the project, try to see it through to completion. Even if you require technical assistance, ensure that the final result is as planned, which means you have done your job thoroughly.
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Do not discuss it bitterly with colleagues and family. Remember, it never helps and only increases the resentment.
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Do not keep feeding the feeling. The more you think about it, the more vulnerable you become. It assumes its worst form when you fail to distinguish between real and imaginary. You feel ignored and unnoticed every time, even if the reality is different.
The feeling of being unnoticed is a highly internalized emotion that acts as a slow poison and empties you from the inside.
It is wise to accept the situation and take the above steps to improve the situation. It is also a good idea to shift focus on areas where you excel.
As you transcend from acceptance to improvement, be calm. Haphazard efforts will create chaos and make you look like some desperate attention seeker.
Always keep in mind – Let your work speak!