Elevate Your Team: The Power of Recognition & Appreciation
How do you feel when someone acknowledges your hard work? We’re guessing you feel pretty good, right? Of course, most of us aren’t out here working solely for recognition, but that’s kind of what makes the moments where our efforts are recognized so special.
The impact of recognition and appreciation transcends mere accolades to adorn one’s home or office – it fuels a sense of accomplishment that can motivate, rally, and inspire. A well-recognized team will do well for the company in turn, and research exists to prove it. According to the Harvard Business Review, “recognition is fundamental to the engagement and retention of top talent and profitability” of organizations.(1)
So, how do you get started showing up for the people that always show up for you? By doing just that – showing them you appreciate them, not just saying it.
How you do that is up to you and whatever feels right for your organization. Say it loud and proud or keep it lowkey and modest – the choice is yours. Awards are sure to be top of mind when talking recognition and many people appreciate a new trophy to display on the shelves in their office. However, as a new workforce enters the chat, we have the opportunity to think beyond traditional desk hardware and embrace functional, unique items as awards, like custom cornhole boards or personalized charcuterie sets – things that recipients can enjoy outside of the office.
Even better? Consider giving employees their own choice of acknowledgment by establishing a recognition program and setting up an accompanying eCommerce store – and before you get started, ask us how!
For more blatant public displays, create a kudos board for team morale. Or, for a fresh approach, embrace merit badges reminiscent of scouting. Develop a series of stickers, pins, or patches that employees collect as they hit milestones. It’s a tangible representation of progress and achievement.
Sound overwhelming? At the end of the day, showing your appreciation doesn’t have to be over the top or out of the box; it just needs to be sincere and personal. This is where printed tokens of gratitude – a handwritten note or a thoughtful gift card – can really shine.
Incorporating recognition and appreciation into your business culture isn’t just a nicety; it’s a strategic imperative. Elevate your team, celebrate achievements, and watch as unity, productivity, and team morale fall in line! We’d love to help.
Check out our collection of recognition and appreciation products HERE.
