BUSINESS INSIGHTS
Recognition now drives employee engagement and it must be ingrained in daily operations
Feeling valued at work makes the difference between whether an employee stays or leaves . Jo Werker , CEO at Boostworks , a provider of employee reward and recognition , outlines the power of recognition in a new era for workplace culture .
One thing remains constant in today ’ s rapidly evolving workplace : the need for employees to feel valued and recognised . With the traditional workplace transformed by remote work , global talent and shifting priorities , business leaders are faced with the challenge of fostering a connected and engaged workforce . Recognition , it turns out , is the key to unlocking that engagement .
Setting the scene for a thriving workplace culture
Our latest research , The Heart of Workplace Engagement , involving 3,000 HR professionals , C-suite executives and employees across the UK , shows that an overwhelming 70 % of employees report that emotional connections play a significant role in their recognition . Yet , fewer than half ( 42 %) feel they receive adequate recognition from their CEOs . This gap between leadership intent and employee experience speaks volumes about how recognition strategies need to be reimagined .
Why are empathy and recognition so deeply entwined and why does it matter ? In essence they both fundamentally acknowledge and value the human experience . Empathy involves understanding and sharing the feelings
ONE THING REMAINS CONSTANT IN TODAY ’ S RAPIDLY EVOLVING WORKPLACE : THE NEED FOR EMPLOYEES TO FEEL VALUED AND RECOGNISED .
of others , which fosters a supportive and inclusive environment . When leaders and colleagues demonstrate empathy , they validate the challenges and contributions of their peers , creating a sense of belonging . Recognition , on the other hand , is the act of appreciating and rewarding these contributions . When employees feel understood and valued through empathetic interactions , recognition becomes more meaningful and impactful , leading to higher morale , increased motivation and a stronger , more cohesive workplace culture .
The importance of understanding company culture
From an early age , we seek recognition from parents , teachers and friends . Our desire for positive affirmation is so strong ,
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