Creating Meaningful Employee Recognition Recognition plays an important role in engagement in the workplace. Getting recognition right will boost morale, while generic or incorrect recognition can lead to demotivation and disengagement. It is key to acknowledge individuals for their unique efforts. This personalized and specific recognition makes employees feel valued and appreciated.  In this episode we draw on extensive research by Gallup, explore the analogous "5 Love Languages" model, and define the differences between feedback, praise, and recognition. This episode is ideal if you are a leader -- or teammate -- who wants to make your recognition frequent, specific, genuine, personalized, and strengths-driven. 00:00 Introduction: The Problem with Traditional Recognition00:35 The Importance of Recognition: Stats and Insights02:24 Personal and Meaningful Recognition04:15 Feedback vs. Recognition: Key Differences07:26 Implementing Effective Recognition Strategies15:15 Generational Differences in Recognition15:42 The Five Pillars of Recognition17:24 Personalizing Recognition: Tips and Examples21:42 The Role of Strengths in Recognition36:10 Practical Tips for Managers40:49 Conclusion: Moving Beyond Gold Watches RESOURCES: 5 Clues to Talent The 5 Love Languages Employee retention depends on Recognition (Gallup) Recognition and Generational similarities (Gallup) Redefining feedback w/ Recognition (Gallup) YOUR HOSTS:  Jen Werner @ Jen Werner Coaching  Facebook | LinkedIn | Website Jen’s Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Responsibility | Achiever | Belief | Deliberative | Activator  Chad Ahern @ Talent and Teams Consulting  LinkedIn | Website Chad’s Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Learner | Deliberative | Responsibility | Harmony | Analytical  The opinions and insights we share on each CliftonStrengths theme are our own and are based on our understanding of Gallup’s Strengths-based development research. They are also informed by our unique work with our clients. Even though we are both Gallup Certified Strengths Coaches, the insights we share here are not formally vetted, approved, or endorsed by Gallup, Inc.  Gallup®, CliftonStrengths®, and the 34 theme names of CliftonStrengths® are trademarks of Gallup, Inc. All rights reserved. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.