You've learned why specific recognition is powerful and the importance of the 5:1 positive-to-corrective ratio. Now let's practice crafting recognition that truly motivates.
Remember: effective recognition is specific, timely, and focuses on impact rather than just effort.
Engagement Message
What's one strategic contribution from your team this week that deserved recognition?
Type
Fill In The Blanks
Markdown With Blanks
Practice transforming generic praise into powerful recognition. A team member delivered a successful client presentation that secured contract renewal.
Generic: "Great job on that client presentation!"
Specific Recognition: "During yesterday's quarterly review with our largest client ([[blank:situation]]), you presented the ROI analysis with clear data visualizations and addressed their budget concerns directly ([[blank:behavior]]). They renewed for another two years and increased their contract value by 15% ([[blank:impact]])."
Suggested Answers
- situation
- behavior
- impact
- context
- action
Type
Sort Into Boxes
Practice Question
Sort these recognition examples based on timing - immediate recognition versus delayed recognition.
Labels
- First Box Label: Immediate
- Second Box Label: Delayed
First Box Items
- Right after meeting
- Day of deal close
- Same week
- Next day
Second Box Items
- Annual review
- Quarterly check
- Month later
- Next year
