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Race, Crash, & Rescue: Recognition at Work, Superhero Style!

I have 4 little boys at home. I am surrounded underfoot by trains, trucks, tractors, and superheroes. We race, we crash, and we rescue on a daily basis. Although we’re making up these scenarios as we scoot across the kitchen floor, when I’m seated at my desk here at work there’s also a lot of racing, crashing, and rescuing happening on a daily basis.

5 Tips for Onboarding Through a New Hire's Eyes

Onboarding.

A term both the employer and new employee really don't exactly look forward to. It can be scary, time consuming, and full of unknowns. It includes paperwork, sweaty handshakes, cheek pain from all of the smiles (speaking from actual experience), and overall a crazy time.

... That is, unless, you do it right. And here at Baudville, I've learned that we thoroughly believe in doing onboarding the right way. Why? I'm glad you asked.

Jazzing Up Employee Recognition: Six Lessons from the Legends

Jazz is defined (by the foremost authority: the Urban Dictionary) as “The only truth left in music.” As a fan of many of its sub-genres, I can appreciate this description, while also acknowledging the utter indulgence of the person who penned it. As I was thinking about what it means to jazz something up, I realized that there is a good reason this music style is associated with reviving and renewing. Are you thinking it’s time to bring some new energy to your recognition program? Take these cues from some of the most renowned jazz musicians!

Imagine the Possibilities: The Shoe Fits!

I have to say, I am having the best time curating this series on my colleagues’ Imagine the Possibilities™ Card purchases! As much as I love to shop, it’s almost as fun to do it vicariously—especially when it’s for one of my favorite indulgences! This month, I’m featuring Amber, who’s been at the ‘Ville since 2012. Here’s her story…

Are You Too Busy to Give Employee Recognition?

These Quick & Easy Ideas Will Help Maximize Your Time!

Your day starts before the sun is up and before the rest of the troops file in to the office. It ends with the man in the moon peeking through your office window. It’s just you and the hum of fluorescent lighting remaining… In-between, you’ve attended meetings, answered calls, and tended to your ever-overflowing inbox. You’re saving the world—putting out one fire after another—and, let’s face it, you’re exhausted. What you really need is a break—but your team really needs YOU. They need feedback, direction, advice, encouragement, and appreciation. Neglect your team and you neglect the one entity that holds the key to your success. So, what’s a time-challenged manager to do?

Keep your ear (or someone else’s) to the ground.

You can’t always have the face time you want or need to have with your team, which makes it tougher to plug in to what and how they’re doing. But, you can enlist a team leader or confidant who can help keep you up to date and aware—of the victories and challenges alike. Schedule regular time with that individual for a pulse check and you can ensure that you’ll won’t miss out on the big things, the little things, or anything in between.

Gather an arsenal.

If you don’t even have time for a lunch break, how on earth are you going to get to the card store to pick up everyday notes for your team? If you have a Cheers Kit on hand, you won’t need to! A single kit fits neatly on any desk and puts employee recognition right within reach. These cards are designed for a short, quick note, so you don’t need to spend a lot of time writing.

Take it on the go.

Keep a Peel & Stick Note Set in your planner or portfolio and you can do drive-by recognition whenever you need to. You’re always on your way to somewhere…make a quick stop along way and you’ll make someone’s day by showing you noticed. If you’re looking for a more tangible reward,

Get everyone involved.

Guess what? You don’t have to do it all yourself! Peer recognition is just as valuable as recognition from managers. Shout Outs^™ are our favorite tool, but if you already have a Cheers Kit, you can keep it in a central area and give everyone access to the notes.Looking for more tools for busy managers? Click here to see our entire collection of managers’ tools. And, now that you have the know-how, it’s time to stop being busy and time to get busy!

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Race, Crash, & Rescue: Recognition at Work, Superhero Style!

5 Tips for Onboarding Through a New Hire's Eyes

Jazzing Up Employee Recognition: Six Lessons from the Legends

Imagine the Possibilities: The Shoe Fits!

Are You Too Busy to Give Employee Recognition?

These Quick & Easy Ideas Will Help Maximize Your Time!

Keep your ear (or someone else’s) to the ground.

Gather an arsenal.

Take it on the go.

Get everyone involved.

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