It's that time of the year. Health clubs and gyms are busy with the onslaught of people who have decided the new year is when they will finally focus on fitness and health.
Unfortunately, the same thing often happens with employee recognition.
When a new program kicks off, or an exciting, high-energy recognition-oriented event is held, the ensuing weeks are filled with a flurry of "thank you" and “you’re awesome!” notes. Managers give away points like candy, as well as little items of appreciation and a box of doughnuts on Friday. But before long, it’s less and less frequent, until few, if any, are participating anymore. So, just like in the gym, we begin to build our muscles but that progress goes out the window and we become flabby once again.
So, how do we build our recognition muscles, and how do we keep it constant, vibrant and top-of-mind throughout the year? Just like in fitness, it’s important that recognition is regular and frequent with a lifetime of benefit.
Here are just a few tips for maintaining top recognition fitness:
Most of all, if you stay motivated about recognizing your team throughout the year, you will build a healthy recognition regimen, and in turn, keep your team motivated and strong.
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