We
are often asked by clients for different ways to improve employee recognition,
or to kick it up a notch.
While many of the following ideas may
seem obvious to some, you might be surprised how rarely we find them in
use.
Write Out in a Formal Letter
Write the
letter on company letterhead; tell the employee what they did, how their
actions impacted the company and other employees. Send it to the employee, give
a copy to the department head and CEO, place a copy in the file. If suitable, publish it in a company form of
communication.
Write a Personal Note
Write it
out long hand on some nice personal note paper, (print legibly if handwriting not
suitable) do not send an email. You might also want to have a manager co-sign
it. Photocopy the note and place the recognition in the
employee’s file.
Accompany the verbal recognition
with Recognition Item
Engraved plaques, merchandise that
carries the company logo, even certificates of appreciation reinforce recognition.
Everyone Likes Gift Cards
Accompany the letter or note with a
token or diminimous gift card. They are
enjoyed by everyone, and can be shared with the family.
Present the Recognition Publicly.
Even if the employee is
uncomfortable with publicity, it is important for the other employees to know
that employees are receiving
recognition.
Encourage
Peer to Peer Recognition
Set up a simple system to allow and
encourage employees to recognize employees in their department and in cross
functional departments. Consider implementing a budget allowing each employee an
amount they can give annually. Using
gift cards is the easiest way to make this work.
A
Simple “Thank You” Counts
A simple “thank you” counts as
employee recognition. It’s quick, easy to do, and can go a long way, and helps
to create a positive environment. You
cannot use recognition up. You cannot run out of recognition.
No budget is too small to afford
employee recognition. If you want increased employee
satisfaction and engagement, bring on lots of
employee recognition. You'll be happy that you did.
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