Giving Praise

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Make sure that your people know when they've done a good job.

Many of us are used to looking out for things that are going wrong. After all, if something's wrong, it needs to be fixed before it damages productivity, or affects the bottom line.

But do you actively look out for things that are going right? And how often do you show your appreciation for people who are performing well, even if you're not their manager?

Many people don't give enough praise in the workplace. But, almost everyone – including team members, colleagues, customers, suppliers, and your boss – loves to get sincere recognition for a job well done. In this article, we'll look at how you can best give this recognition.

Why Give Praise?

There are many reasons why you should regularly give praise.

First, people who feel appreciated and respected are more ...