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June 17, 2025

# Recognition Best Practices

## Simple, intentional ways to make your team feel seen, valued, and celebrated.

Recognition doesn’t have to be complicated—but it should be **authentic**, **timely**, and **personalized**. Whether you’re celebrating a work anniversary, welcoming someone new, or simply saying thank you, these best practices will help you make each moment matter.

### 🎯 1. Recognize consistently, not just during big milestones

Don't wait for major events. Recognition is most powerful when it happens regularly.  
Examples:

- A quick eCard after a great presentation
- A small gift when someone helps outside their role
- A thank-you note when a project crosses the finish line

 

💡 *Consistency builds culture—surprise and delight can be scaled.*

### 👤 2. Personalize it using Care Profiles and Wishlists

Use the information your team shares to tailor your recognition.

- Refer to someone's **RecognitionDNA** (e.g. public praise vs. private gestures)
- Avoid sending gifts that conflict with dietary or lifestyle preferences
- Use their **Wishlist** for inspiration if you're choosing a specific item

💬 *“I saw this on your Wishlist and thought of you.” goes a long way.*

### ⏰ 3. Be timely

Recognition lands best **as close to the moment as possible**.

- Use scheduled gifting for birthdays and anniversaries
- Send an eCard immediately after a big win
- Avoid delays—it dulls the impact

### ✍️ 4. Add a meaningful message

Even if you're sending a gift, the words matter.  
Tips:

- Mention the behavior, impact, or moment
- Use first names
- Keep it short but sincere

Example:  
*“Your leadership during the launch made all the difference. Thanks for driving us to the finish line!”*

5. Match the moment to the method

Use different tools based on the moment:

- **eCard** → quick wins, appreciation, internal shoutouts
- **Gift** → milestones, major achievements, team moments
- **Recipient Choice** → when you're not sure what they’d like
- **Tiered anniversary gifting** → celebrate longevity with scale

### 🧠 Bonus Tips

- Recognize people **beyond your direct team**
- Celebrate **new hires, promotions, and project closings**
- **Lead by example**—when managers recognize often, others follow

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