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In this episode of Taco Bytes, Doug and Una dive into what truly makes workplace cultures thrive: givers.
Together, they explore why the most impactful people on teams are often the quiet, consistent supporters—the ones who notice effort, celebrate progress, and lift others up without expecting anything in return.
The conversation centers on the HeyTaco Hall of Fame, an annual recognition honoring individuals (not teams!) who embody the spirit of gratitude day in and day out. Doug and Una share what inspired the Hall of Fame, what makes someone worthy of induction, and stories from recent inductees who show that meaningful culture isn’t built by the loudest voices—but by those who show up with generosity, empathy, and consistency.
Along the way, they touch on how recognition works best when it’s frequent and sincere, why small gestures matter more than we think, and how playful elements like TacoTars help gamify gratitude without losing its heart.
Whether you’re a leader, a teammate, or just someone who wants to make work a little better for the people around you, this episode is a reminder that giving credit freely can change someone’s entire day—and sometimes, an entire team.
🌮 Key Takeaways
- Great workplace cultures are built by givers, not takers
- Recognition is most powerful when it’s consistent and freely given
- The HeyTaco Hall of Fame celebrates individuals, not teams
- Inductees are honored for quality and consistency, not one-off moments
- Being a giver means noticing and celebrating even the small wins
- TacoTars add a fun, gamified layer to recognition
- Hall of Fame inductees get to design their own taco avatar 🌮
- Members earn serious bragging rights (the best kind)
- Finding positivity—even in tough moments—matters
- Small acts of recognition can have an outsized impact on someone’s day