I was involved in a function and I was one of the receptionists. There was this security guard next to me and we together had to greet and register the incoming guests. The security guard, obviously was wearing the normal neat suit securities wear and because it was a serious function, I wore a suit. At first things went quite smoothly until I noticed something wrong. Many guests looked at me and greeted me but not many people did greet the security guard.
TO BE HONEST, THAT MOMENT REALLY DID MAKE ME A BIT SAD. Not that I know the security guard, but it is the problem that people should not just focus on what job you do. I was just an inexperienced receptionist who assists in welcoming guests. I can by no means compare to the experienced security guard! He definitely deserves much more respect than I do!
Things just got worse afterwards. There was a person whom I nodded at him to greet him. Yet, looked at my name tag for a while and just walked away. Now maybe he was just trying to see who I was but it just made me feel uneasy.
It doesn't really matter what job you do because you all deserve respect and thanks. You all have contributed as part of the society. No matter who you are, don't treat others differently just because they are doing particular jobs. We all need to respect a little more and be grateful for those who are doing their jobs well.
