By U. of Arizona - Here's a quick overview from the University of Arizona regarding why employee recognition strategies are so important. ^new (Added: 30-Jul-2007 Hits: 170 )

By Chris Hermann - Like most managers, Brian Reynolds believed that his team had its strengths and its weaknesses. When asked in an employee satisfaction survey "Do you recognize good performance in your team?" he answered with a resounding "Of course I do!" However the following question stumped him. "How frequently do you make a point of recognizing good performance face-to-face?" His answer had to be "Never". ^new (Added: 30-Jul-2007 Hits: 120 )

By Charles R. McConnell - Some tips, guidelines and suggestions for recognizing employee performance properly. It's not hard, but neither is it as easy as one might think, and it has to be done properly or employee recognition can backfire. ^new (Added: 30-Jul-2007 Hits: 159 )

By Chris Herrmann - Research has uncovered the fascinating fact that recognition is the number one motivator. More than money and extra overtime, it produces effects in your workforce well beyond the cost of your actions. However recognition is not always as simple as saying "Good job!" The phrase "Different strokes for different folks" was never more accurate. The world is made up of so many complex personalities that one piece of recognition cannot possibly fit all circumstances. Fortunately, those who know their co-workers well will instinctively understand what gives them that extra rush of blood to the head. ^new (Added: 30-Jul-2007 Hits: 119 )

By USDA - A little dry but this document describes the employee recognition program at the United States Drug Administration. Useful to understand how such programs can be set up and used, and why. ^new (Added: 30-Jul-2007 Hits: 132 )

By Don Jacobson - Here are some ideas about creatively recognizing employee performance, particularly through the use of presenting certificates. Includes free certificate templates. ^new (Added: 30-Jul-2007 Hits: 192 )

By Chris Hermann - The role of money as a motivator is indisputable if you don't have enough. With bills to pay and mouths to feed, most hunter/gatherers will push themselves to get enough money into the bank account to remove those troublesome worries. However, once the threshold of comfort has been reached and there is a steady flow of money coming from a job that is well understood, can money be used as a further motivator? ^new (Added: 23-Jul-2007 Hits: 114 )