I have a story to share. In fact, you may even remember the scene. It took place in the 2016 Olympics in Rio. Two athletes in the 5,000-meter race caught the world’s attention. About 3,000 meters into the race, New Zealander Nikki Hamblin and American Abbey D’Agostino collided and fell.

Abbey quickly got to her feet but stopped to help Nikki. Moments after the two athletes started running again, Abbey began faltering, and her right leg was injured because of the fall.

Nikki’s turn was now to stop and encourage her fellow athlete to finish the race. When Abbey eventually stumbled across the finish line, Nikki was waiting to embrace her. I remember watching this unfold, as did the entire world. It was not only good sportsmanship, but more importantly, it was very human.

The message is to remember to look for opportunities to “Pick up someone.” I believe you have someone on your team today who needs to be “picked up.” They may need encouragement. Just stop and think for a moment. Who in your sphere of influence needs YOU now? Maybe it is just a pat on the back. Perhaps it is sit down for some heartfelt encouragement. Maybe it is some coaching. My guess is there is someone.

We all know this to be true; there is a deep human need to be encouraged. You can be a CEO—the CHIEF ENCOURAGEMENT OFFICER. Be the CHIEF PICK UP OFFICER. Someone is waiting.