The life of an entrepreneur and business executive is challenging and thrilling. This can distract you from a very important part of running a business: effectively acknowledging individual team members’ efforts.
Rewards and trophies are a surefire way to respectfully convey your appreciation to an individual for their engagement and efforts. It is important to acknowledge that some individuals seek other forms of acknowledgement, for example, recognising their courage and ability to grow by allocating them challenging projects.
In the majority of instances, however, Gold Coast team members appreciate trophies for their efforts as long as the awards are authentic and, ultimately, contribute to career development. Today we’re sharing 4 tactics that will help you develop a recognition program for your wonderful team.
1) Originality Counts
Linking the award of a trophy to other acknowledgements, such as a once-off additional paid leave day, a voucher for a dinner or a sunset cruise, could make the trophy moment that much more memorable. Showing appreciation doesn’t have to be expensive ‒ just authentic.
2) Be Consistent
Establishing a recurring awards program will keep the recognition of efforts in the right priority position rather than at the bottom of your frantic to-do list. The regular event does not have to be grandiose ‒ just focused and sincere.
3) Client Feedback
What’s better than getting praise from your boss? Praise from someone who is not obliged to praise you! Your team members will be delighted to have positive feedback from clients read out or delivered personally at their awards ceremony. This adds a priceless human touch to the recognition and will go a long way to boosting morale.
Such thoughtful acts will add memorable stories to the trophies. Your ‘behind the scenes’ team, in particular, will have a wonderful time in the limelight as, unlike the sales team, they are seldom known by the entire company.
4) The Value of a Break
Do you know a staff member who does not like a break from the office? Nor do we! Win ‘great-boss’ points by facilitating escape opportunities for hardworking individuals. Whether it’s allowing earlier knock-off times, funding an office party, or booking an adventure trip for them, acknowledging their efforts by giving them an opportunity to let their hair down will go down a treat.
Memorable Trophies & Moments
We’re here to help you choose the best trophies for your team with tips on how to make the moment as memorable as possible. Once you have your trophy rhythm up and running, your reward will be seen in the growth of your business.
Chat with us at the Brand Makers today about making trophies for your Gold Coast team.
