Section 1 - Instruction

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?

Section 2 - Practice

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
Section 3 - Practice

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
Section 4 - Practice
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