Home topics news krakenimages News Staff Topics News The importance of professional compliments & recognition in the workplace Mona Akiki March 1, 2021 When was the last time you genuinely felt appreciated in the workplace? According to a recent poll, one in three employees say they haven’t received recognition in the past six months. The same study found that organisations with more frequent recognition reap the rewards, as they are 41% more likely to see increased employee retention and 34% more likely to see increased employee engagement. It’s actually quite astounding how building and embedding a recognition culture can have such a huge impact on organisations. If you have ever wondered how and when to get started, next week may be your opportunity. RELATED: Why a ‘people plan’ is just as important as a business plan There is no better time to show some appreciation than on World Compliment Day (March 1). It’s a day that’s being dedicated to appreciating the basic human need of recognition and appreciation. If recognition is not already common practice at your workplace, you may feel a little uncomfortable at first. Some of you may not be sure how to do it, or even worry that you might come across disingenuous. Don’t worry, as it’s not overly complex if you follow some basic tips. Sincere compliments instill confidence, validate a person or a team’s efforts and ultimately make people feel good. Here’s a quick and timely refresher on how you can provide genuine recognition. Be