Show the effort
27 January 2026
No one sees the hours you put in unless you tell them.
People assume things are easy when they don’t see the cost.
That’s why context matters.
If you’ve worked late or sacrificed your weekend, say so. Share what it took. Let them know what you gave up to get it done.
It’s not about getting praise or showing off. It’s about perspective.
When people understand the effort you put in, they value the outcome more.
They’ll respect the result. They’ll respect the work behind it. And they’ll respect you.
But only if you show the effort.
