contribute /kənˈtrɪbjuːt/ (verb) to give something, especially money or goods, to help achieve or provide something Example: Make sure your boss is aware of the work you contributed to the project
dedication /ˌdedɪˈkeɪʃn/ (noun) the hard work and effort that somebody puts into an activity or a purpose because they think it is important Example: The director's dedication to a high-quality product has motivated many of his employees
look forward to /lʊk ˈfɔːrwərd tə/ (phrasal verb) to be thinking with pleasure about something that is going to happen (because you expect to enjoy it) Example: We look forward to seeing you at the next meeting
look to /lʊk tə/ (phrasal verb) to consider something and think about how to make it better Example: The staff is looking to their supervisor for guidance and direction
loyal /ˈlɔɪəl/ (adjective) remaining constant in your support of somebody/something Example: Even though your assistant is loyal, you have to question his job performance
merit /ˈmerɪt/ (noun) the quality of being good and of deserving praise or reward Example: Employees are evaluated on their merit and not on seniority
obviously /ˈɑːbviəsli/ (adverb) used when giving information that you expect other people to know already or agree with Example: Her tardiness was obviously resented by her coworkers
promote /prəˈməʊt/ (verb) to help sell a product, service, etc. or make it more popular by advertising it or offering it at a special price Example: Even though the sales associate had a good year, it wasn't possible to promote him
recognition /ˌrekəɡˈnɪʃn/ (noun) the act of remembering who somebody is when you see them, or of identifying what something is Example: Recognition of excellent work should be routine for every manager
value /ˈvæljuː/ (noun) how much something is worth in money or other goods for which it can be exchanged Example: The expert valued the text at $7,000