Core Value Highlight on Respect

January was about giving respect, which means we treat people, property, and processes with utmost consideration. Each month we will share thoughts from people within our department about each core value.

What does giving respect mean to you?

“Treating people not necessarily how YOU would like to be treated, but how THEY would like to be treated. We all come different backgrounds and have different views of respect. As the late, great Aretha Franklin would say, "R-E-S-P-E-C-T, find out what it means to me!” ~ Jamie Hall

“Giving respect, to me, should be an expectation and a baseline level of behavior. Whether it's respecting others or yourself, it should be at the core of all we do. Personally, I believe respect is something you should freely give but work hard to earn.” ~ Cody Worsham

As a department, how successful are we at giving respect?

“In meetings, we let each other share ideas and listen. From external leadership meetings to Basketball 365 and from the organized Chew On This: Lunch and Learn series to pop-up conversations, we let each other share ideas and feedback. Listening is key to showing respect.” ~ Jamie Hall

“In the operations department, I feel that Dan and Mark are doing a great job in making sure everyone has a voice and is very considerate of everyone's time and the work they do.  They also make sure people are getting recognized for their hard work and when they go above and beyond to make this place better.  When we have problems with coaches or players being disrespectful they always address it with coaching staff.” ~ Matthew Montgomery

As a department, where can we improve to ensure we are giving respect?

“To continue giving as much equal opportunity for everyone to succeed.” ~ Leah Wintz

“Peoples’ personal time. Host mandatory or extra activities throughout everyone's workday. Don't forget the custodial staff.” ~ Jon Pfeifer

“I believe taking the time to learn other people's position or department roles, goals, functions, and processes is a way to improve respect for each other's positions.” ~ Sheldon Lee