I’m working on a lot of data projects right now, and building out basic reporting chief among them. It’s logical, straightforward work to me, but I’m always amazed at the reactions I get from non-ops people that such reporting is even possible.
It’s easy to take for granted your own contributions – since they’re what you know, they tend to seem easier and less significant than the work of others – work you’re less familiar with.
Recognize if what you’re doing feels trivial or basic, it’s always helpful to get an outside perspective on it. You may often surprise yourself at the value you provide with seemingly “simple” solutions.
But remember this can cut both ways. You can build something you think anyone should be able to understand, and the rest of your team might look at you like you’re speaking another language.
“Simple” is subjective.