Employee recognition is the formal acknowledgement of an employee’s or team’s effort that supports the organization’s goals and gone beyond normal expectations. We all need to feel appreciated, and employees respond to appreciation expressed through formal recognition because it confirms their work is valued. When employees feel that they are valued, their satisfaction and productivity… Read more »
A vital part of successfully running a business is assembling a top team and working with the best people possible. Often, the best people for your company aren’t those with the abilities that perfectly fit job descriptions. If an applicant is able, passionate and principled, she or he will always be more of an asset… Read more »
Good supervisors are always trying to find good ideas. They also often have the experience, wisdom, and status needed to assess an idea, as well as support it for adoption. When a boss you respect rejects your idea, your idea either wasn’t very good or you didn’t do a good job pitching it. Getting support… Read more »
Employees will always appreciate a monetary reward for a job well done but handing out cash doesn’t always produce the best return on investment. Companies are finding that more thoughtful ways of thanking employees for their hard work actually boosts employee engagement and reduces turnover. Better yet, more thoughtful ways to show appreciation are inexpensive… Read more »
Continuing education as a professional offers your career a significant degree of security. Learning keeps you up-to-date with the latest industry shifts and ignites your creativity: If you’re always caught in the same mental space, it limits your long-term usefulness. But while you can take courses, work on projects and go to networking events, how… Read more »