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What does it mean?
Awards are meant to recognize merit and bring satisfaction to recipients.
In plain terms
Give medals to make people proud of their good work.
What can you take from it?
Recognize achievements to boost morale.

Where it applies

  • workplace awards
  • ceremonies
  • team celebrations

Putting it to work

  • reward effort
  • publicly acknowledge
  • celebrate success

Questions to consider

  • Why do people value recognition?
  • How should we reward others?

Another view

Over-relying on awards can diminish intrinsic motivation.

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