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Research / IRF Webinar: Building a Culture of Recognition
by Incentive Research Foundation
Employees who feel “seen” for their efforts have a greater sense of achievement and belonging. And there’s a lot of strategy behind consistent and successful employee recognition and engagement. During our next IRF webinar, our panel will dig into the data and insights reported in Building a Culture of Recognition and explore best practices for embedding recognition into daily routines, ensuring it becomes a natural part of the workplace culture. They’ll discuss the role of communication, public acknowledgement, technology platforms, and rewards (points, gift cards, bonuses) in fostering a culture where recognition is habitual and aligned with core values.
Panelists:
Adam Presslee, Professor of Managerial Accounting, University of Waterloo
Allan Schweyer, Chief Academic Advisor, Incentive Research Foundation
Stephanie Harris, President, Incentive Research Foundation
Thank you to our Research Advocacy Partner
The study explores the importance of designing programs that foster timely, frequent, sincere, and consistent recognition that drives employee engagement and satisfaction.
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