Say “thank you” or offer a handwritten note or thank you
Create a wall or bulletin board that recognizes team members for a job well done (include pictures, notes, paper for people to add notes that “brag” on their team, etc.)
If possible, consider offering a mentoring or job shadowing opportunity that could be valuable to the team member
Reach out to your communications team to see if there are opportunities available to highlight a team member’s great work on your department’s social media platforms
Consider submitting a blurb about a team member’s accomplishment in your department, division, or program newsletter
Offer opportunities for peer-to-peer recognition (ex. a bulletin board, newsletter, a kudos page on the intranet, etc.)
Create a recognition sign to hang on a team members cubicle or office
Make it a point to recognize team members during meetings, when appropriate (anniversaries, completing a major task, going above and beyond, etc.)
Invite a team member to a meeting that may be relevant to their work and allow them to provide feedback or input
If possible, designate a special parking space that a team member can use for a period of time
Host a group lunch, coffee break, or snack day in honor of a team member or an accomplishment
Initiate a fun game or activity with your team to help alleviate stress & improve mood. Ideas could include, but are not limited to:
