We've all heard of the five love languages, but have you heard about the five languages of appreciation at work ? The second way people feel appreciated at work is through the gift of Quality Time . Relationships are so important at work . But you can't just build relationships one minute at a time while talking at the water cooler . When you ask somebody how they're doing, mean it . Find out how people are doing . Spend time checking in with them to get to know them . Make sure you have lunch with people and be transparent and authentic with them . If you're a team leader, create time for your team to connect . Make it possible for people to spend time together without a deadline and work hanging over their heads . For more information, check out appreciation at work dot com.