#WOWWED: It's WOW Wednesday

It's WOW Wednesday! HR leaders, execs, and managers: How do you WOW the people who go above and beyond for you in your business? Or, how have you been WOWed?

Today's WOW Wednesday idea comes from Dustin. He says: "Our employees really enjoy the annual sports events we plan. Not only for the recognition value, but also for teambuilding and competition between remote site locations. We have a basketball tournament, fishing tournament, bowling tournament, etc.''

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#WOWWED: It's WOW Wednesday

It's WOW Wednesday! HR leaders, execs, and managers: How do you WOW the people who go above and beyond for you in your business? Or, how have you been WOWed?

Today's WOW Wednesday idea comes from Kimberly. She says: "As a non-profit organization our biggest challenge is having limited funds to do recognition events. Our most successful event is an Employee of the Month Crab Feast. (In Maryland, that's what we do!) However, with budget cuts we couldn't afford crabs this year. We thought the employees were going to take offense to such a time honored tradition, but they didn't. We held a hamburger/hot dog cookout with volleyball and got tremendous feedback. Employees said they felt even more appreciated by the fact that we still recognized them with an event, even if we weren't able to have a crab feast. It was a testament to the fact that employees appreciate recognition!"
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#WOWWED: It's WOW Wednesday

It's WOW Wednesday! HR leaders, execs, and managers: How do you WOW the people who go above and beyond for you in your business? Or, how have you been WOWed?

Today's WOW Wednesday idea comes from Tiffany. She says: "Our success has included a program we call ERecognition - based on our three key objectives (Engagement, Empowerment & Execution). There are paper pads encouraging all co-workers to recognize peer successes."

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#WOWWED: It's WOW Wednesday

It's WOW Wednesday! HR leaders, execs, and managers: How do you WOW the people who go above and beyond for you in your business? Or, how have you been WOWed?

Today's WOW Wednesday idea comes from Mary. Mary says: "We have the Fish Awards Program. This program is designed around the Pikes Fish Market in Washington. The awards are named after fish that you can nominate a peer, boss or subordinate for. For example, there's the Salmon Award (working hard swimming up stream on a project), catfish award, shark award, dolphin award (communications), and the guppy award (little things that mean a lot). The big award is the Starfish Award (something that impacts many departments or the whole organization). Our employees have loved it."

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#WOWWED: It's WOW Wednesday

It's WOW Wednesday! HR leaders, execs, and managers: How do you WOW the people who go above and beyond for you in your business? Or, how have you been WOWed?

Today's WOW Wednesday idea comes from Sean. He says: "We started a Caught in the Act program for spot recognition. We are publishing a weekly police blotter-style list of events with the person's name and action."

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#WOWWED: It's WOW Wednesday

It's WOW Wednesday! HR leaders, execs, and managers: How do you WOW the people who go above and beyond for you in your business? Or, how have you been WOWed?

Today's WOW Wednesday idea comes from Lois. She says: "We created a monthly spirit award where peers can nominate co-workers who exemplify the spirit of our company: commitment, results and passion for mission."

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#WOWWED: It's WOW Wednesday

It's WOW Wednesday! HR leaders, execs, and managers: How do you WOW the people who go above and beyond for you in your business? Or, how have you been WOWed?

Today's WOW Wednesday idea comes from Lee Ann. She says: "Our recognition program includes a very powerful component that starts on the employee's first day with the company. A letter of welcome is sent to the new employee on day one from all employees that includes a brief outline of what they bring to our team and how their strengths link to our business goals. This allows us to communicate our goals immediately!

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#WOWWED: It's WOW Wednesday

It's WOW Wednesday! HR leaders, execs, and managers: How do you WOW the people who go above and beyond for you in your business? Or, how have you been WOWed?

Today's WOW Wednesday idea comes from Mark. He says: "We have a brand recognition program on our department home page. Anyone can submit a name to be recognized on the home page with their photo and brief description of how they are displaying the company's values. It has been very well received!"

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#WOWWED: It's WOW Wednesday

It's WOW Wednesday! HR leaders, execs, and managers: How do you WOW the people who go above and beyond for you in your business? Or, how have you been WOWed?

Today's WOW Wednesday idea comes from Kimberly. She says: "We have a cookout in the summer for all of our employees of the month recipients. They are allowed to bring a guest and gifts are given as well. Employees receive a gift from their supervisor at 1 and then 5 years of service increments." Share your own "WOW Wednesday" tip or story. Leave a comment here or post on www.facebook.com/TerryberryCompany or Twitter using hashtag #WOWWED. Make it a WOW day!

#WOWWED: It's Wow Wednesday

It's WOW Wednesday! HR leaders, execs, and managers: How do you WOW the people who go above and beyond for you in your business? Or, how have you been WOWed?

Today's WOW Wednesday idea comes from Bonnie. She says: "To make the presentation exciting, we ask some trivia questions about the recipient. Employees who guess right recieve a small gift, such as pens or pencils with our logo on it." Share your own "WOW Wednesday" tip or story. Leave a comment here or post on www.facebook.com/TerryberryCompany or Twitter using hashtag #WOWWED. Make it a WOW day!

#WOWWED: It's WOW Wednesday

It's WOW Wednesday! HR leaders, execs, and managers: How do you WOW the people who go above and beyond for you in your business? Or, how have you been WOWed?

Today's WOW Wednesday idea comes from Debra. She says: "We have a spring celebration to celebrate all of our accomplishments from the past year and recognize individuals for their specific contributions." Share your own "WOW Wednesday" tip or story. Leave a comment here or post on www.facebook.com/TerryberryCompany or Twitter using hashtag #WOWWED. Make it a WOW day!

#WOWWED: It's WOW Wednesday

It's WOW Wednesday! HR leaders, execs, and managers: How do you WOW the people who go above and beyond for you in your business? Or, how have you been WOWed? Today's WOW Wednesday idea comes from Lynda. She says: "We have developed a Hats Off certificate that staff and customers use to recognize employees for outstanding service. Comments are handwritten on the form and presented to the employee. A copy goes in the personnel file and is also posted in the department." Share your own "WOW Wednesday" tip or story. Leave a comment here or post on www.facebook.com/TerryberryCompany or Twitter using hashtag #WOWWED. Make it a WOW day!

#WOWWED: It's WOW Wednesday

It's WOW Wednesday! HR leaders, execs, and managers: How do you WOW the people who go above and beyond for you in your business? Or, how have you been WOWed? Today's WOW Wednesday idea comes from Wendy who shared with us on facebook. She says: "Here are at Mille Lacs Health System we started out with creating some form of identifier/name that would encourage employees in the organization to strive to be the best they can be. We came up with PRIDE: P= Passion for Customer Service R= Respect for everyone I= Integrity D= Diversity (understanding and acknowleding) E = Excellence in Service We then rolled out each letter for one month using spot recognition for each item. We call out when we see someone demonstrating PRIDE and give them a PRIDE Buck which they can purchase PRIDE logo stuff clothes & mugs. Share your own "WOW Wednesday" tip or story. Leave a comment here or post on www.facebook.com/TerryberryCompany or Twitter using hashtag #WOWWED. Make it a WOW day!

#WOWWED: It's WOW Wednesday

It's WOW Wednesday! HR leaders, execs, and managers: How do you WOW the people who go above and beyond for you in your business? Or, how have you been WOWed?

Today's WOW Wednesday idea comes from Mark. He says: "We have a brand recognition program on our department home page. Anyone can submit a name to be recognized on the home page with a photo and a brief description of how they are displaying the company brand values. So far it has been very well received!"

Share your own "WOW Wednesday" tip or story. Leave a comment here or post on www.facebook.com/TerryberryCompany or Twitter using hashtag #WOWWED. Make it a WOW day!

#WOWWED: It's WOW Wednesday

It's WOW Wednesday! HR leaders, execs, and managers: How do you WOW the people who go above and beyond for you in your business? Or, how have you been WOWed?

Today's WOW Wednesday idea comes from France. France says: "We have a regular Employees Living Our Values piece in our daily company newsletter to feature commendations received from customers about service received by our employees. We make a point to link the behaviours/actions to our company values."

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#WOWWED: It's WOW Wednesday

It's WOW Wednesday! HR leaders, execs, and managers: How do you WOW the people who go above and beyond for you in your business? Or, how have you been WOWed?

Today's WOW Wednesday idea comes from John. John says: "We use spot recognition and it does improve productivity. We have a Wall of Fame as you enter the building for everyone to see. It has been well received!"


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#WOWWED: It's WOW Wednesday

It's WOW Wednesday! HR leaders, execs, and managers: How do you WOW the people who go above and beyond for you in your business? Or, how have you been WOWed?

Today's WOW Wednesday idea comes from Michelle who shared with us on Facebook. Michelle says: "I worked on a huge project for employees. When I arrived home a few days later, there was a large box with a crystal vase from William Ashley's, a dinner-for-two gift certificate and a handwritten note of thanks from my boss. I was blown away!"

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#WOWWED: It's WOW Wednesday

It's WOW Wednesday! HR leaders, execs, and managers: How do you WOW the people who go above and beyond for you in your business? Or, how have you been WOWed?

Today's WOW Wednesday idea comes from Shelley who shared with us on Facebook. Shelley says: "I have a colleague who happened to be traveling on the same x-country flight as one of our partners. The partner was on his way home from a business trip and the associate was on his way to a client meeting. The partner noticed he was stressed and was going to be working the entire flight (all 6 hours). So, the partner who had a 1st class ticket traded places with the associate who had a middle seat coach ticket back of the plane. They recognized, they acted and the associate was able to produce excellent work and was rested and ready to go for his meeting. I think that deserves a WOW!"

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#WOWWED: It's WOW Wednesday

It's WOW Wednesday! HR leaders, execs, and managers: How do you WOW the people who go above and beyond for you in your business? Or, how have you been WOWed?

Today's WOW Wednesday idea comes from Camille who shared with us on Facebook. Camille says: "I worked on a big bid proposal for a large design/build firm, that required the presenters to go to China to present their bid. The project took months to work on. When it was all done and the presenters were in China doing their presentation, I received a letter of thanks from our CEO and 2 days of paid leave from the company as a thank you for all of my hard work. Even though I was just doing my job - I was overwhelmed at the level of thanks I received from my boss. It made me feel great to be part of their team!"

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#WOWWED: It's WOW Wednesday

It's WOW Wednesday! HR leaders, execs, and managers: How do you WOW the people who go above and beyond for you in your business? Or, how have you been WOWed?

Today's WOW Wednesday idea comes from Eva. Eva says: "Everyone on our team receives playing cards (about 5) at the beginning of the quarter. They use the cards to recognize others and are encouraged to write the praise or reason for recognition on the card. At the end of the quarter we have a poker game with the cards and awards are given for - best hand, worst hand, and best written appreciation message."

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