Increase Workplace Morale with Recognition Programs

Employee recognition allows companies to express their appreciation for their employee’s contributions to their organization, but it has an added affect of increasing workplace morale to an entire team.  Employee recognition supports an employee’s feeling of belongingness and self-esteem at work.

40% of Americans say they would increase their effort at work if they were recognized more often.  Increased morale also leads to better productivity, quality, and performance.  Recognizing your top performers helps your company retain workers as well, companies which rank highly in a ‘recognition-rich culture’ see 31% lower turnover rates compared to peers.  Recognition programs also allow you to quickly identify who your low performers are and support them through professional development.

When implementing an employee recognition program remember it is important to give recognition in a way that is timely, frequent, specific, inclusive, and in-line with your company’s values.  Do not recognize an employee’s work long after it is performed during a review, recognition should come shortly after the work is completed.

Recognition can be a catalyst leading to widespread positive organization change, connecting your workforce, engaging employees, and fostering a positive culture.  Every company can benefit from improving their existing recognition practices.

Charlie Reeves, Senior Business Development Manager, has decades of experience in Human Resource Solutions.  He is one of the most senior members at Questco and recognized for helping clients of all sizes save money, improve labor efficiency and provide the strongest support for HR Services.  As an entrepreneurs himself, he has lived the long days and sleepless nights on the road to success.  He brings the skill and scale to support you in the pursuit of your goals.  For more information on payroll services, benefit plans, benefits administration, HR technology, workers’ comp and safety services email Charlie.Reeves@questco.net or contact him directly at 936.521.5841.