A new paralegal came to me almost in tears because the attorney took full credit for her research in front of the client. I told her what I've come to know: the whole thing stands on what we do, and I've stopped needing anyone to say so out loud. I hold the worth of my work in my own hands now, and no missing thank-you can take it from me.
More people experience this than they realize.
You hold the worth of your foundational work yourself, whether or not anyone ever sees it.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.