We often lump recognition and appreciation into the same group. However, they are not the same! There is a significant difference in the outcome of the two. Impact on Productivity Every organization wants maximum productivity from their employees. According to Gallup, over 70% of employees just show up for work, Read more…
MOTIVATION can be challenging and elusive at times, especially on a cloudy Monday! Slip these strategies into your daily routine and start the week with a brighter outlook, more energy. Be intentional. Add one or two hacks to your calendar daily. Your day–and your life–will improve! 1 POST THE POSITIVES Read more…
The end of the school year is around the corner. Working parents juggle camps, day care, and visits to the grandparents while the stay-at-home parent prepares for a summer of activities, pool and park time, and moments of boredom—for the kids, I mean. That’s the reason now is a good Read more…
Would you like to thank a teacher that made an impact on your life? Did they help you get to where you are today? Have you ever let them know what a difference they made? Read on for an example of a note you could write. An Outstanding Role Model Read more…
Let’s have some fun with hairballs and gratitude! Today, the last Friday in April is National Hairball Awareness Day. No kidding. There is a day devoted to hairballs. Since today’s blog is a departure from our typical topics, you may be wondering—what do hairballs have to do with gratitude or Read more…
Is your workplace culture one of appreciation and gratitude? Do employees feel valued by you and their coworkers? According to many studies, the lack of appreciation is one of the main reasons employees cite for leaving a job. Frequent turnover reduces productivity. Employees who feel unappreciated do not produce their best Read more…