This document discusses the importance of recognition and reward programs for employee motivation and retention. Some key points include:
- Not feeling valued was a top reason employees looked for new jobs in 2016. Recognition programs can help employees feel valued.
- Only 13% of employees said bonuses alone motivate them. Recognition takes non-monetary forms like praise.
- Companies with strong recognition practices are 12 times more likely to have good business outcomes due to motivated employees.
- Ensuring employees enjoy their work is the most effective motivator, even more so than salary alone. Recognition programs help with this.