Alongside competitive compensation and benefits, employees today place high value on acknowledgment for their work.

The past few years have pushed employees to their limits. Post-pandemic fatigue, hybrid work struggles, economic uncertainty and constant change have created an environment where burnout is no longer ...

In the modern age of automation and alerts, a powerful motivator in the workplace remains remarkably human: recognition. It’s rare to find someone who doesn’t appreciate a compliment every now and ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Kara Dennison writes about careers, leadership, and the job market. With 2025 approaching, organizations must engage and retain ...

To continue reading this content, please enable JavaScript in your browser settings and refresh this page. In today’s competitive market, companies are constantly ...

If you’ve visited Walt Disney World in Florida then you’ve likely seen the impact Cast Members – Disney terminology for employees – have on creating the magic at “The Most Magical Place on Earth.” ...

Forget bonuses or traditional perks—leaders have discovered a thriving workforce comes from one simple act: appreciation. A Harvard Business Review report shows that 40% of team members would up their ...

Eliminating these common mistakes from the performance review process can optimize the process and make it a more worthwhile ...

Too many organizations still think about performance management as a compliance exercise or a check-the-box activity done once or twice a year. Even when companies move toward continuous performance ...

Is there such a thing as receiving too much recognition at the workplace? Can managers overdo it with the praise and good words they offer employees? While it is not common to hear employees complain ...

Recognition can help make significant strides in rebuilding employee trust, motivation and long-term commitment. It’s a business strategy that we need now more than ever. According to one report, 32% ...