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 →