In this episode of the augustwenty podcast, DJ and Mary discuss the importance of celebrating successes—large and small—and how such recognition fuels ongoing motivation. They explore the evolving nature of what feels like a “win” as a company matures, the differences in how individuals respond to praise, and why continuous encouragement matters for team morale. The hosts agree that everyone needs some form of acknowledgment, but it must be authentic, purposeful, and tailored to individual motivators. Ultimately, they emphasize balancing meaningful recognition with maintaining forward momentum, ensuring that even minor victories act as fuel to achieve bigger goals.