Feeling Undervalued at Work? Here Are Tips On How To Change That

Do you ever feel undervalued at work? If so, you’re not alone. Studies show that 79% of people quit their jobs due to lack of appreciation. And when you break that number down along demographic lines, the statistics are worse.

A study by the American Psychological Association reports that 48% of all women feel unappreciated at work.  And minorities everywhere report feeling overlooked, over-scrutinized, and over the b.s. in the workplace. These statistics and reports make you wonder — if everyone feels so undervalued at work, why do they keep showing up?

Causes of Feeling Undervalued at Work

When it comes to feelings of unappreciation in the workplace, structural dynamics are at the root cause of the problem. Structural dynamics are those aspects of the workplace that are specific to the policies, procedures, and culture of that company or office. Some examples of structural dynamics include:

• A lack of raise or promotional opportunities,

• a company’s refusal to provide the resources employe…