A Carrot a Day: A Daily Dose of Recognition for Your Employees

Understand the meaning of recognition.

CARROTS DEFINED

It’s important to note that Merriam-Webster defines the root of the word recognition as “re,” which means “to do again,” and cognition, which means “to know.” Thus, recognition is “to know again.”

The first step of effective recognition requires you to know your people well. Ask yourself these questions:

• Are my people in the right positions so they will be self-motivated?

• Do they know what is expected of them?

• Do they have the right tools?

• Do I give them the freedom to do their best work?

• Do I give them praise and recognition to recall and celebrate achievements and milestones?