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Remember, recognition is free. It's not material. It's a communication tool. I agree with Ben that employees need a voice and a safe place to use it. They also want some ownership in the processes and acknowledgment that the tasks they perform mea...
I like both posts by Anja and David, and they are both on the right track. Our company "brands" every internal communication we provide for our clients. By branding, we mean asking these questions, "What thoughts, emotions, feelings, competencies,...
What a tremendous discussion about an incredibly relevant topic in today's climate. That article Brittany posted stole a lot of my thunder, but in no particular order:
1. As a leader, be honest, candid, and visible. Most leaders crawl into a shel...
Profile Information
- Who are you?
- I am a third generation recognition professional, specializing in improving employee performance and employee safety. We started our incentive company 15 years ago, in 1993, and now are part of a global network - World Award Alliance - which fulfills in over 59 countries (and counting).
Personally, I am 43 years old; graduate of Brown University, Providence, RI; BS in Economics; father of two; avid sailboat racer; present box seat ticket holder for the OKC Thunder NBA franchise; numerous charitable activities (but my passion is Big Brothers Big Sisters - mentor 'em while they're young).
- What is your interest or involvement in employee engagement?
- Our company, McDowell Incentives, Inc., provides recognition solutions that link incentives specifically to behaviors which drive a company’s business goals, boosting morale and bottom line profit.
- Website:
- http://www.mcdowell-incentives.com
- Where are you located?
- Oklahoma City, OK
Comment Wall (3 comments)
- At 7:04am on June 10, 2008,
David Zinger said… - Kurt,
I like the header you put up on your page. Thumbs up and a good line up of people.
David
- At 8:25pm on April 8, 2008,
Tim Wright said… - Welcome, Kurt.
I'm interested in the connection (similarities and differences) between incentives, recognition offers, and the whole bag of employee engagement.
And I like Oklahoma City!
Tim
- At 10:39am on April 7, 2008,
David Zinger said…
- Hello Kurt,
I was just online welcoming the last member to join and you showed up in bow tie. This makes you both recognizable and you add some class to the network. I hope you enjoy your time here, offer your perspective, and get what you need.
David
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