A key to a successful recognition program is a clear understanding of what behaviors you are recognizing. Create a list for managers and employees of reasons to recognize, communicate it openly, and your recognition program will be a success! 

Thankfully Falon reminded me that Teacher Appreciation Week is right around the corner (May 4-8th), and since I am so last minute, and jealous of her super adorable and afforadble DIY, I thought I better put together something for my favorite teachers before the week comes and goes!

So if you are in the same boat as I am, hopefully my quick list will be somewhat helpful. Whether you work with teachers, have kids in school, or just know a few teachers-  be sure to let them know they are appreciated.

Looking for ways to develop techniques to become a more effective manager? Have you recently moved into a new manager role and need a kick start? Or maybe you want to offer every manager in your team a guide to create healthy habits and be an effective leader! From the brand new manager to the guy in the corner office who’s been there since the water cooler, we all could use a little kick in the butt to be better!

High five (n): a gesture of celebration or greeting in which two people slap each other's open palm with their arms raised.

If you follow Baudville on social media, you know by now that when there’s any reason to observe uncommon holidays, we're the ones to do it! Yesterday, we rolled up our sleeves, concentrated on the elbow, and gave out high fives all day long in celebration of National High Five Day! 

Lapel Pins are a popular award for recognition programs because they are affordable, easy to display, and serve as a long lasting reminder of the recognition. To use lapel pins effectively, give them as a reward for a specific accomplishment or behavior. Here are a few of the most popular ways to use lapel pins for recognition: