Most managers ain’t gonna do jack shit without incentives, honestly

Why would a manager care about “contagion” and “mood management” if he’s got a mile-long to-do list? Continue Reading

Hey Boss Man, it really is OK to appreciate employees

Sure, sure … what you “ship” at a job is important. But isn’t the human condition rooted in appreciation, guy? Continue Reading

Work isn’t where to turn looking for appreciation

Work ain’t really designed to love you back. Continue Reading

The complex picture around pride at work

This is a nuanced issue, but needs to be addressed. Continue Reading

Rewards and recognition programs need some real help

Rewards and recognition

Dirty little secret: most people make money by making other people more money. Continue Reading

Your employee reward system is a tire fire. Let’s fix it!

Employee reward program

Ah, yet again whereby we ignore the psychology of work. Continue Reading

You want to be a successful company? Recognize your people.

Recognize Your Employees

From here: A recent survey by the Cicero Group asked people what factors would cause them to produce great work. The number one answer (37%) was “Recognize me.” Sitting through meetings where you feel your ideas and opinions aren’t welcome… Continue Reading