Dr. Bob's Blog
Recognize What They Are Paid to Do or Just for Above and Beyond?
April 05, 2012
Hunter Owen, of Luxfer, the international gas cylinder company based in England, recently asked:
"Should we publicly recognize employees for doing what they get paid to do? Or should we only recognize those employees that go beyond the 'call of duty'?"
This is an… Continue reading >
Basics of Employee Motivation: One Size Fits One
April 04, 2012
Most organizations approach employee motivation as though “one size fits all.” If there is a recognition program it is typically targeted to include everyone. Recognition tools are available for everyone. Celebrations typically include everyone. The truth of the matter is, however, that motivation needs vary from person to person and… Continue reading >
Communication: The #1 Motivator
November 03, 2011
In my research as to what most motivates today’s employees, the #1 response that employees report is open, honest and direct communication from one’s manager. Ninety-five percent of today’s employees report that getting information they need from their manager is either very or extremely important to them and, in fact,… Continue reading >
Getting Started with Employee Recognition
November 03, 2011
With all the ideas I have in my book, 1001 Ways to Reward Employees, people often ask me what is the best way to get started with recognition activities where they work. Here are some guidelines that I have found useful in working with individuals and companies to increase employee… Continue reading >
Motivating Employees
August 10, 2011
All employees like to be recognized for a job well done, but recognition from one's peers always has a special significance. Perhaps this is because such awards are seldom expected. Perhaps it is because everyone knows managerial favoritism played no part in the selection. Whatever the reason, you can be… Continue reading >
