Part IV: Do they get enough recognition?

People volunteer for many reasons, one of which is often Recognition!  If they put in a great deal of effort and no one seems to notice or even says a simple "Thank you" then they will disappear. Employees are the same way. They like their work acknowledged, appreciated, and even recognized!

Self-Assessment:

1. How often to do compliment your staffs' work?
   
2. Are you one of those managers who never gives a compliment because you don't want it to go to the person's head?
   
3. How do you acknowledge and recognize a job well done?
   
4. Have you noticed that the work and behavior you compliment is what you see more of?
   

Your Plan of Action:

1. Set a standard of what needs to happen for you to give a sincere compliment or word of encouragement.
   
2. Give at least one compliment a week (or whatever you feel appropriate) and watch for the positive impact that has.